YARA J (IMO 9118147)
YARA J is a Bulk Carrier built in 1997 and flying the St.Kitts and Nevis flag, placing it in its 29th year of service. The vessel reports a deadweight tonnage of 34,167 metric tonnes and a gross tonnage of 20,837. At this capacity, it is configured for regional bulk cargo operations. YARA J is classed by DNV, which is a member of the International Association of Classification Societies (IACS). The vessel has been observed in the Mediterranean Sea and South Asia over recent periods. It has previously operated under one former name and two different flag states. Over the last 36 months it has had 13 port state control (PSC) inspections and no detentions. The most recent inspection was on 20 December 2025.
- Type: Bulk Carrier
- Flag: St.Kitts and Nevis
- Year built: 1997
- MMSI: 341595001
- Call sign: V4YD5
- Gross tonnage: 20837
- Deadweight: 34167 t
- Length overall: 200 m
- Beam: 23.5 m
- Home port: BASSETERRE - SKN 1005054
- Port State Control (PSC) inspections: 106 since 1998
- PSC detentions in the last 36 months: 0
- Last PSC detention: 07/02/2020, Taman (Black Sea MoU)
- Last PSC inspection: 20/12/2025
- Registered owner · Ship manager · ISM manager: NJ TRUST MARINE LTD (Greece)
- Last AIS position: 21°8.5′N · 062°3.8′E · Speed 3.4 kn · under way · received 10 October 2026 at 14:13 UTC
- Destination: To be nominated
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Frequently asked questions
What is the vessel type and age of YARA J?
YARA J is a Bulk Carrier built in 1997. It is currently in its 29th year of service.
What are the engine specifications for YARA J?
The vessel is equipped with a main engine providing 8,580 kW of power. This power rating supports its operations as a 34,167 DWT bulk carrier.
Which classification society manages YARA J?
The vessel is classed by DNV, which is an IACS member. Its current classification status is listed as Suspended.
Where has YARA J been recently observed?
The vessel has been documented in the Mediterranean Sea and South Asia. These regions represent its most recent geographic areas of operation.
What is the PSC inspection history for YARA J?
Over the last 36 months it has had 13 port state control (PSC) inspections and no detentions, with 49 deficiencies recorded. The most recent inspection was on 20 December 2025. All-time records show 106 inspections since 1998 and 1 detention. The most recent detention was on 7 February 2020.
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