RIGHT STEP (IMO 9128013)
RIGHT STEP is a General Cargo Ship built in 1996 and flying the Antigua and Barbuda flag, placing it in its 30th year of service. The vessel reports a deadweight tonnage of 5,200 metric tonnes, a gross tonnage of 3,796, and a length overall of 101 metres. This size profile is typical for general cargo operations in regional coastal or short-sea trades. RIGHT STEP is classed by Registro Italiano Navale, which is an IACS member. The vessel has been observed in West Europe, West Africa, and the West Africa/West Europe corridor over recent periods. It has previously operated under three different names and three different flag states. Over the last 36 months it has had 8 port state control (PSC) inspections and no detentions. The most recent inspection was on 3 April 2026.
- Type: General Cargo Ship
- Flag: Antigua and Barbuda
- Year built: 1996
- MMSI: 304816000
- Call sign: V2QY3
- Gross tonnage: 3796
- Deadweight: 5200 t
- Length overall: 101 m
- Beam: 16 m
- Home port: ST.JOHN'S - 3228
- Port State Control (PSC) inspections: 57 since 1998
- PSC detentions in the last 36 months: 0
- Last PSC detention: 21/02/2018, Brunsbuttel (Paris MoU)
- Last PSC inspection: 03/04/2026
- Registered owner: SKOTRA LTD (Germany)
- Ship manager · ISM manager: JEB BEREEDERUNGS GMBH (Germany)
- Last AIS position: 45°2.5′N · 029°49.1′E · Speed 2.4 kn · under way · received 10 October 2026 at 16:37 UTC
- Destination: BRAILA · ETA 11 October 2026 at 07:51 UTC (as broadcast by the vessel)
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Frequently asked questions
What are the dimensions of RIGHT STEP?
The vessel has a length overall of 101 metres and a beam of 16 metres. These dimensions support its role as a general cargo ship.
What is the engine power of RIGHT STEP?
The vessel is equipped with a main engine providing 1,600 kW of power. This specification is used to facilitate its cargo operations.
How many PSC inspections has the vessel undergone?
Over the last 36 months it has had 8 port state control (PSC) inspections and no detentions, with 8 deficiencies recorded. The most recent inspection was on 3 April 2026. All-time records show 57 inspections since 1998 and 2 detentions. The most recent detention was on 21 February 2018.
What is the flag and MoU status of RIGHT STEP?
The vessel currently flies the flag of Antigua and Barbuda. It is categorized in the white band for the Paris MoU and the grey band for the Tokyo MoU.
How many former names has the vessel had?
The vessel has been registered under 3 former names throughout its service life. It has also operated under 3 different flags previously.
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