TQ SAMSUN (IMO 9125566)
TQ SAMSUN is a Bulk Carrier built in 1996 and flying the San Marino flag, placing it in its 30th year of service. The vessel reports a deadweight tonnage of 43,775 metric tonnes, a gross tonnage of 26,897, and a length overall of 190 metres. This size and configuration is typical for bulk carriers engaged in regional cargo transport. TQ SAMSUN is classed by Nippon Kaiji Kyokai, which is a member of the International Association of Classification Societies. The vessel has been observed in the Mediterranean Sea, West Europe, and South Asia. It has previously operated under 6 different flags and has been known by 3 former names. Over the last 36 months it has had 13 port state control (PSC) inspections and 1 detention. The most recent inspection was on 20 August 2026.
- Type: Bulk Carrier
- Flag: San Marino
- Year built: 1996
- MMSI: 268264001
- Call sign: T7EF7
- Gross tonnage: 26897
- Deadweight: 43775 t
- Length overall: 190 m
- Beam: 30 m
- Port State Control (PSC) inspections: 68 since 1999
- PSC detentions in the last 36 months: 1
- Last PSC detention: 07/09/2025, Zhangzhou (Tokyo MoU)
- Last PSC inspection: 20/08/2026
- Registered owner: TQ SAMSUN SHIPPING LTD (Turkey)
- Ship manager · ISM manager: HGF DENIZCILIK LTD STI (Turkey)
- Last AIS position: 36°3.9′N · 004°35.5′W · Speed 11.3 kn · under way · received 11 October 2026 at 22:39 UTC
- Destination: Icdas Jetty (TR IDS) · ETA 18 October 2026 at 12:00 UTC (as broadcast by the vessel)
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Frequently asked questions
What is the vessel type and age of TQ SAMSUN?
TQ SAMSUN is a Bulk Carrier built in 1996. It is currently in its 30th year of service.
What are the dimensions of TQ SAMSUN?
The vessel has a length overall of 190 metres and a beam of 30 metres. It carries a deadweight tonnage of 43,775 metric tonnes.
Which classification society manages TQ SAMSUN?
The vessel is classed by Nippon Kaiji Kyokai. This society is a recognized member of the International Association of Classification Societies (IACS).
Where has TQ SAMSUN been recently observed?
The vessel has been recorded in the Mediterranean Sea, West Europe, and South Asia. These regions represent its most recent geographic areas of operation.
What is the PSC inspection history for TQ SAMSUN?
Over the last 36 months it has had 13 port state control (PSC) inspections and 1 detention; the deficiency count is reported for 12 of them. The most recent inspection was on 20 August 2026. All-time records show 68 inspections since 1999 and 2 detentions. The most recent detention was on 7 September 2025.
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