NOVACEM MEGA (IMO 9116084)
NOVACEM MEGA is a General Cargo Ship built in 1996 and flying the Panama flag, placing it in its 30th year of service. The vessel reports a deadweight tonnage of 8,258 metric tonnes and a gross tonnage of 5,447. This size profile is typical for general cargo operations in regional coastal or short-sea trades. The vessel is classed by Bureau Veritas. Recent observation data shows the vessel has been active in the Middle America and Gulf of Mexico regions. It has previously operated under two different flag states and has been registered under three former names. Over the last 36 months it has had 8 port state control (PSC) inspections and 1 detention. The most recent inspection was on 9 March 2026.
- Type: General Cargo Ship
- Flag: Panama
- Year built: 1996
- MMSI: 352001984
- Call sign: 3E2819
- Gross tonnage: 5447
- Deadweight: 8258 t
- Port State Control (PSC) inspections: 74 since 1998
- PSC detentions in the last 36 months: 1
- Last PSC detention: 03/03/2025, Antalya (Mediterranean MoU)
- Last PSC inspection: 09/03/2026
- Registered owner: NOVACEM SA (Panama)
- Ship manager: ORIS MARITIME BV (Netherlands)
- Last AIS position: 8°49.6′N · 079°33.5′W · Speed 0.1 kn · at anchor · received 10 October 2026 at 17:48 UTC
- Destination: SANLORHN
Frequently asked questions
What is the vessel type and age of NOVACEM MEGA?
NOVACEM MEGA is a General Cargo Ship. It was built in 1996 and is currently in its 30th year of service.
What are the tonnage specifications for NOVACEM MEGA?
The vessel has a deadweight tonnage of 8,258 metric tonnes. Its gross tonnage is recorded at 5,447.
Which classification society is associated with this vessel?
The vessel is classed by Bureau Veritas. Its current classification status is listed as Withdrawn.
Where has NOVACEM MEGA been recently observed?
The vessel has been observed in the Middle America and Gulf of Mexico regions. These areas represent its recent geographic operational profile.
How many PSC inspections has the vessel undergone?
Over the last 36 months it has had 8 port state control (PSC) inspections and 1 detention; the deficiency count is reported for 6 of them. The most recent inspection was on 9 March 2026. All-time records show 74 inspections since 1998 and 5 detentions. The most recent detention was on 3 March 2025.
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