PRINCESS MARIA (IMO 9136929)
PRINCESS MARIA is a Bulk Carrier 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 23,709 metric tonnes and a gross tonnage of 14,431. This size and type suggest its use in regional bulk commodity transport. PRINCESS MARIA is classed by the Polish Register of Shipping, which is an IACS member. The vessel has been observed in the Mediterranean Sea and West Africa over recent periods. It has a history of operating under six former names and six former flags. Over the last 36 months it has had 8 port state control (PSC) inspections and 1 detention. The most recent inspection was on 5 July 2026.
- Type: Bulk Carrier
- Flag: St.Kitts and Nevis
- Year built: 1996
- MMSI: 341294000
- Call sign: V4OA4
- Gross tonnage: 14431
- Deadweight: 23709 t
- Port State Control (PSC) inspections: 83 since 1999
- PSC detentions in the last 36 months: 1
- Last PSC detention: 23/10/2025, Algeciras (Paris MoU)
- Last PSC inspection: 05/07/2026
- Registered owner: PRINCESS MARIA SHIPPING CO SA (Turkey)
- Ship manager · ISM manager: DXB SHIPPING & SHIP MANAGEMENT (Turkey)
- Last AIS position: 6°18.8′N · 003°24.6′E · Speed 1.6 kn · received 20 July 2026 at 16:03 UTC
- Destination: Lagos (NG LOS)
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Frequently asked questions
What is the vessel type and age of PRINCESS MARIA?
PRINCESS MARIA is a Bulk Carrier built in 1996. It is currently in its 30th year of service.
What are the tonnage specifications for PRINCESS MARIA?
The vessel has a deadweight tonnage of 23,709 metric tonnes. Its gross tonnage is recorded at 14,431.
Which classification society manages PRINCESS MARIA?
The vessel is classed by the Polish Register of Shipping. This society is a member of the International Association of Classification Societies (IACS).
Where has PRINCESS MARIA been recently observed?
The vessel has been observed in the Mediterranean Sea and West Africa. These regions represent its most recent recorded geographic areas of operation.
What is the port-state control history for this vessel?
Over the last 36 months it has had 8 port state control (PSC) inspections and 1 detention, with 25 deficiencies recorded. The most recent inspection was on 5 July 2026. All-time records show 83 inspections since 1999 and 1 detention. The most recent detention was on 23 October 2025.
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