SPARROW (IMO 9154866)
SPARROW is a Bulk Carrier built in 1998 and flying the Panama flag, placing it in its 28th year of service. The vessel reports a deadweight tonnage of 24,176 metric tonnes and a gross tonnage of 14,762. At this capacity, it operates as a smaller bulk carrier suitable for regional cargo trades. SPARROW is classed by Nippon Kaiji Kyokai, which is an IACS member. The vessel has been observed in the Mediterranean Sea and South Asia over recent periods. It has a history of five former names and five former flags. Over the last 36 months it has had 4 port state control (PSC) inspections and 1 detention. The most recent inspection was on 7 January 2026.
- Type: Bulk Carrier
- Flag: Panama
- Year built: 1998
- MMSI: 352373000
- Call sign: 3EDT3
- Gross tonnage: 14762
- Deadweight: 24176 t
- Port State Control (PSC) inspections: 76 since 1999
- PSC detentions in the last 36 months: 1
- Last PSC detention: 07/01/2026, Istanbul (Mediterranean MoU)
- Last PSC inspection: 07/01/2026
- Registered owner: SPARROW NAUTICAL DEVELOPMENTS (Turkey)
- Ship manager · ISM manager: MAJESTY NAVIGATION ENTERPRISES (Turkey)
- Last AIS position: 24°33.0′N · 057°50.5′E · Speed 5.9 kn · under way · received 18 October 2026 at 05:40 UTC
- Destination: Karachi (PK KHI) · ETA 21 October 2026 at 20:00 UTC (as broadcast by the vessel)
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Frequently asked questions
What is the vessel type and age of SPARROW?
SPARROW is a Bulk Carrier built in 1998. It is currently in its 28th year of service.
What are the tonnage specifications for SPARROW?
The vessel has a deadweight tonnage of 24,176 metric tonnes. Its gross tonnage is recorded at 14,762.
Which classification society manages SPARROW?
The vessel is classed by Nippon Kaiji Kyokai, which is an IACS member. Its current classification status is listed as Suspended.
Where has SPARROW been recently observed?
The vessel has been observed in the Mediterranean Sea and South Asia. These regions represent its most recent recorded geographic activity.
How many PSC inspections has the vessel undergone?
Over the last 36 months it has had 4 port state control (PSC) inspections and 1 detention, with 21 deficiencies recorded. The most recent inspection was on 7 January 2026. All-time records show 76 inspections since 1999 and 3 detentions. The most recent detention was on 7 January 2026.
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