V LINE (IMO 9149938)
V LINE is a General Cargo Ship built in 1996 and flying the Vanuatu flag, placing it in its 30th year of service. The vessel reports a deadweight tonnage of 6,207 metric tonnes, a gross tonnage of 4,955, and a length overall of 140 metres. This vessel is configured for general cargo operations within its specific size class. V LINE is classed by the Russian Maritime Register of Shipping, which is not an IACS member. The vessel has been observed in the Mediterranean Sea over recent periods. It has operated under four former flags and has been registered under five different names. Over the last 36 months it has had 11 port state control (PSC) inspections and 1 detention. The most recent inspection was on 7 June 2026.
- Type: General Cargo Ship
- Flag: Vanuatu
- Year built: 1996
- MMSI: 577695000
- Call sign: YJRK7
- Gross tonnage: 4955
- Deadweight: 6207 t
- Length overall: 140 m
- Beam: 16 m
- Port State Control (PSC) inspections: 65 since 1999
- PSC detentions in the last 36 months: 1
- Last PSC detention: 16/10/2025, Kocaeli (Mediterranean MoU)
- Last PSC inspection: 07/06/2026
- Registered owner: F&F SHIPPING CO (Ukraine)
- Ship manager · ISM manager: GLORIA PRIVATE ENTERPRISE (Ukraine)
- Last AIS position: 40°53.0′N · 028°34.8′E · Speed 6.7 kn · under way · received 12 October 2026 at 15:08 UTC
- Destination: Dumyat (Damietta) (EG DAM) · ETA 17 October 2026 at 12:00 UTC (as broadcast by the vessel)
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Frequently asked questions
What is the vessel type and age of V LINE?
V LINE is a General Cargo Ship built in 1996. It is currently in its 30th year of service.
What are the dimensions of V LINE?
The vessel has a length overall of 140 metres and a beam of 16 metres. It has a reported deadweight tonnage of 6,207 metric tonnes.
Which classification society is associated with V LINE?
The vessel is classed by the Russian Maritime Register of Shipping. Its current classification status is recorded as Withdrawn.
What is the PSC inspection history for V LINE?
Over the last 36 months it has had 11 port state control (PSC) inspections and 1 detention, with 53 deficiencies recorded. The most recent inspection was on 7 June 2026. All-time records show 65 inspections since 1999 and 3 detentions. The most recent detention was on 16 October 2025.
What flag does V LINE fly?
V LINE currently flies the Vanuatu flag. Throughout its history, the vessel has operated under 4 different flags.
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