AJ JUNIOR (IMO 9159012)
AJ JUNIOR is a General Cargo Ship 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 8,245 metric tonnes, a gross tonnage of 8,485, and a length overall of 117 metres. This vessel is configured for general cargo operations within mid-sized shipping sectors. AJ JUNIOR is classed by Isthmus Bureau of Shipping, which is not an IACS member. The vessel has been observed in the Mediterranean Sea, South Asia, and West Africa over recent periods. It has operated under three former names and two previous flag states. Over the last 36 months it has had 7 port state control (PSC) inspections and no detentions. The most recent inspection was on 2 September 2025.
- Type: General Cargo Ship
- Flag: St.Kitts and Nevis
- Year built: 1996
- MMSI: 341969001
- Call sign: V4MN6
- Gross tonnage: 8485
- Deadweight: 8245 t
- Length overall: 117 m
- Beam: 20 m
- Port State Control (PSC) inspections: 91 since 2000
- PSC detentions in the last 36 months: 0
- Last PSC detention: 03/09/2009, Yokohama (Tokyo MoU)
- Last PSC inspection: 02/09/2025
- Registered owner · Ship manager: LEEN SHIPPING LTD (Majuro MH Marshall Islands)
- ISM manager: BLUE SHARK SHIPPING SA (Greece)
- Last AIS position: 34°29.3′N · 035°49.3′E · Speed 0.1 kn · at anchor · received 8 October 2026 at 10:49 UTC
- Destination: Tripoli (LB KYE)
Frequently asked questions
What is the vessel type and age of AJ JUNIOR?
AJ JUNIOR is a General Cargo Ship built in 1996. It is currently in its 30th year of service.
What are the dimensions of AJ JUNIOR?
The vessel has a length overall of 117 metres and a beam of 20 metres. It carries a deadweight tonnage of 8,245 metric tonnes.
Which flag does the vessel fly?
The vessel currently flies the St.Kitts and Nevis flag. It has operated under two different flag states previously in its history.
What is the PSC inspection history for AJ JUNIOR?
Over the last 36 months it has had 7 port state control (PSC) inspections and no detentions, with 53 deficiencies recorded. The most recent inspection was on 2 September 2025. All-time records show 91 inspections since 2000 and 5 detentions. The most recent detention was on 3 September 2009.
What is the classification status of the vessel?
AJ JUNIOR is classed by the Isthmus Bureau of Shipping. The current status of this classification is listed as Withdrawn.
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