STEP FORWARD is a General Cargo Ship built in 1995 and flying the Panama flag, placing it in its 31st year of service. The vessel reports a deadweight tonnage of 11,728 metric tonnes and a gross tonnage of 7,873. At this capacity, it functions as a versatile general cargo unit for regional trade. STEP FORWARD is classed by the Korean Register, which is an IACS member. The vessel has been observed in East Asia, South East Asia, and East Africa over recent periods. It has previously operated under two different names and two different flags. Over the last 36 months it has had 12 port state control (PSC) inspections and 1 detention. The most recent inspection was on 6 October 2026.
STEP FORWARD is a General Cargo Ship built in 1995. It is currently in its 31st year of service.
The vessel has a deadweight tonnage of 11,728 metric tonnes. Its gross tonnage is recorded at 7,873.
The vessel is classed by the Korean Register. This society is a recognized member of the International Association of Classification Societies (IACS).
The vessel has been observed in East Asia, South East Asia, and East Africa. These regions represent its most recent recorded geographic areas of operation.
Over the last 36 months it has had 12 port state control (PSC) inspections and 1 detention, with 19 deficiencies recorded. The most recent inspection was on 6 October 2026. All-time records show 94 inspections since 2000 and 4 detentions. The most recent detention was on 6 October 2026.
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