BABUN EXPRESS (IMO 9142667)
BABUN EXPRESS is a General Cargo Ship built in 1996 and flying the Honduras flag, placing it in its 30th year of service. The vessel reports a deadweight tonnage of 2,780 metric tonnes, a gross tonnage of 2,035, and a length overall of 91 metres. This size and type suggest its use in regional cargo transport and short-sea shipping operations. BABUN EXPRESS is classed by DNV, which is a member of the International Association of Classification Societies (IACS). The vessel has been observed in the Middle America and Gulf of Mexico regions. It has previously operated under seven different flags and has been registered under three former names. Over the last 36 months it has had 9 port state control (PSC) inspections and no detentions. The most recent inspection was on 12 August 2026.
- Type: General Cargo Ship
- Flag: Honduras
- Year built: 1996
- MMSI: 334978000
- Call sign: HQZX7
- Gross tonnage: 2035
- Deadweight: 2780 t
- Length overall: 91 m
- Beam: 14 m
- Port State Control (PSC) inspections: 65 since 1998
- PSC detentions in the last 36 months: 0
- Last PSC inspection: 12/08/2026
- Registered owner: TRANS-SARA S DE RL (USA)
- Ship manager: AMERICAS MARINE MANAGEMENT (USA)
- Last AIS position: 27°57.2′N · 082°26.6′W · Speed 0.0 kn · moored · received 12 October 2026 at 04:14 UTC
- Destination: Tampa (US TPA)
Frequently asked questions
What is the vessel type and age of BABUN EXPRESS?
BABUN EXPRESS is a General Cargo Ship built in 1996. It is currently in its 30th year of service.
What are the dimensions and capacity of BABUN EXPRESS?
The vessel has a deadweight tonnage of 2,780 metric tonnes and a gross tonnage of 2,035. Its length overall is 91 metres with a beam of 14 metres.
Which classification society manages BABUN EXPRESS?
The vessel is classed by DNV, which is an IACS member. Its current classification status is recorded as Suspended.
How many inspections has the vessel undergone recently?
Over the last 36 months it has had 9 port state control (PSC) inspections and no detentions; the deficiency count is reported for 8 of them. The most recent inspection was on 12 August 2026. All-time records show 65 inspections since 1998 and no detentions.
What is the flag history of BABUN EXPRESS?
The vessel currently flies the Honduras flag. Throughout its history, it has operated under seven different flag states.
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