PRIME (IMO 9135509)
PRIME is a General Cargo Ship built in 1996 and flying the Panama flag, placing it in its 30th year of service. The vessel reports a deadweight tonnage of 24,518 metric tonnes and a gross tonnage of 15,737. This capacity is typical for general cargo vessels engaged in regional distribution and multi-purpose transport.
PRIME is classed by Lloyd's Register. The vessel has been observed in South Asia, the Malacca and Singapore Straits, and East Asia over recent periods. It has previously operated under four different names and six different flag states. No port state control (PSC) inspections were recorded in the last 36 months; 44 inspections are on file since 1999, the most recent on 1 October 2015.
- Type: General Cargo Ship
- Flag: Panama
- Year built: 1996
- Call sign: 3FCY4
- Gross tonnage: 15737
- Deadweight: 24518 t
- Port State Control (PSC) inspections: 44 since 1999
- PSC detentions in the last 36 months: 0
- Last PSC detention: 19/03/2009, Townsville (Indian Ocean MoU / Tokyo MoU)
- Last PSC inspection: 01/10/2015
- Registered owner: OPTIMUS PRIME SHIPPING SA (South Korea)
- Ship manager · ISM manager: KINGS OCEAN SHIPPING CO LTD (South Korea)
Frequently asked questions
What is the vessel type and age of PRIME?
PRIME is a General Cargo Ship built in 1996. It is currently in its 30th year of service.
What are the tonnage specifications for PRIME?
The vessel has a deadweight tonnage of 24,518 metric tonnes. Its gross tonnage is recorded at 15,737.
Which classification society is associated with PRIME?
The vessel is classed by Lloyd's Register. Its current classification status is listed as Withdrawn.
Where has PRIME been recently observed?
The vessel has been active in South Asia and East Asia. It has also been observed transiting the Malacca and Singapore Straits.
What is the port-state control history for PRIME?
No port state control (PSC) inspections were recorded in the last 36 months; 44 inspections are on file since 1999, the most recent on 1 October 2015.
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