PONTA DO SOL (IMO 9141613)
PONTA DO SOL is a General Cargo Ship built in 1997 and flying the Cape Verde flag, placing it in its 29th year of service. The vessel reports a deadweight tonnage of 5,184 metric tonnes, a gross tonnage of 4,115, and a length overall of 101 metres. This size profile is typical for general cargo operations in regional coastal trades. PONTA DO SOL is classed by DNV, which is an IACS member. The vessel has been observed in West Africa and West Europe over recent periods. It has previously operated under six different flag states and has been registered under one former name. Over the last 36 months it has had 1 port state control (PSC) inspection and no detentions. The most recent inspection was on 1 October 2025.
- Type: General Cargo Ship
- Flag: Cape Verde
- Year built: 1997
- MMSI: 617104000
- Call sign: D4HJ
- Gross tonnage: 4115
- Deadweight: 5184 t
- Length overall: 100.62 m
- Beam: 16.2 m
- Home port: S. VICENTE
- Port State Control (PSC) inspections: 9 since 1998
- PSC detentions in the last 36 months: 0
- Last PSC detention: 07/09/2001, Lisboa (Paris MoU)
- Last PSC inspection: 01/10/2025
- Registered owner: TRANSINSULAR CABO VERDE (Cape Verde)
- Ship manager · ISM manager: S&C SHIPMANAGEMENT (Portugal)
- Last AIS position: 33°45.9′N · 013°1.5′W · Speed 13.2 kn · under way · received 10 October 2026 at 05:50 UTC
- Destination: Leixões (PT LEI) · ETA 11 October 2026 at 18:00 UTC (as broadcast by the vessel)
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Frequently asked questions
What is the vessel type and age of PONTA DO SOL?
PONTA DO SOL is a General Cargo Ship. It was built in 1997 and is currently in its 29th year of service.
What are the dimensions of PONTA DO SOL?
The vessel has a length overall of 101 metres and a beam of 16 metres. It carries a deadweight tonnage of 5,184 metric tonnes.
Which classification society maintains PONTA DO SOL?
The vessel is classed by DNV, which is an IACS member. Its current classification status is listed as Reinstated.
What is the PSC inspection history for this vessel?
Over the last 36 months it has had 1 port state control (PSC) inspection and no detentions, with 8 deficiencies recorded. The most recent inspection was on 1 October 2025. All-time records show 9 inspections since 1998 and 1 detention. The most recent detention was on 7 September 2001.
How many previous flags has the vessel flown?
The vessel has a history of multiple registry changes. It has operated under six different flags during its service life.
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