PLUTO (IMO 9130444)
PLUTO is a Container Ship built in 1996 and flying the St.Kitts and Nevis flag, placing it in its 30th year of service. The vessel reports a deadweight tonnage of 7,221 metric tonnes and a gross tonnage of 6,362. At this scale, the vessel is configured for specialized containerized cargo operations. PLUTO is classed by the Polish Register of Shipping, which is a member of the International Association of Classification Societies (IACS). The vessel has been observed in the South Asia region. It has operated under four different flag states and has been registered under three former names. Over the last 36 months it has had 2 port state control (PSC) inspections and 1 detention. The most recent inspection was on 4 February 2026.
- Type: Container Ship
- Flag: St.Kitts and Nevis
- Year built: 1996
- MMSI: 341274000
- Call sign: V4NS4
- Gross tonnage: 6362
- Deadweight: 7221 t
- Port State Control (PSC) inspections: 35 since 1998
- PSC detentions in the last 36 months: 1
- Last PSC detention: 04/02/2026, Mumbai (Indian Ocean MoU)
- Last PSC inspection: 04/02/2026
- Registered owner: EXCEED 1 OCEANIC CO INC (United Arab Emirates)
- Ship manager · ISM manager: EXCEED OCEANIC TRADING LLC (United Arab Emirates)
- Last AIS position: 6°44.5′S · 039°20.2′E · Speed 11.3 kn · at anchor · received 9 October 2026 at 06:22 UTC
- Destination: Dar es Salaam (TZ DAR)
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Frequently asked questions
What is the vessel type and age of PLUTO?
PLUTO is a container ship built in 1996. It is currently in its 30th year of service.
What are the tonnage specifications for PLUTO?
The vessel has a deadweight tonnage of 7,221 metric tonnes. Its gross tonnage is recorded at 6,362.
Which classification society maintains PLUTO?
The vessel is classed by the Polish Register of Shipping. This society is a member of the International Association of Classification Societies (IACS).
How many inspections has PLUTO undergone recently?
Over the last 36 months it has had 2 port state control (PSC) inspections and 1 detention, with 27 deficiencies recorded. The most recent inspection was on 4 February 2026. All-time records show 35 inspections since 1998 and 2 detentions. The most recent detention was on 4 February 2026.
What is the flag status of PLUTO in major MoUs?
The vessel flies the St.Kitts and Nevis flag. It is currently assigned to the black band for both the Paris MoU and the Tokyo MoU.
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