RAVEN (IMO 9165059)
RAVEN is a General Cargo Ship built in 1997 and flying the Vanuatu flag, placing it in its 29th year of service. The vessel reports a deadweight tonnage of 9,651 metric tonnes and a gross tonnage of 6,870. This size and type suggest its utility in regional cargo transport operations. RAVEN is classed by Nippon Kaiji Kyokai, though its current class status is listed as Withdrawn. The vessel has been observed in the Mediterranean Sea and East Asia over recent periods. It has operated under two former flags and has been registered under five different names. Over the last 36 months it has had 19 port state control (PSC) inspections and 5 detentions. The most recent inspection was on 3 September 2026.
- Type: General Cargo Ship
- Flag: Vanuatu
- Year built: 1997
- MMSI: 577102000
- Call sign: YJQD5
- Gross tonnage: 6870
- Deadweight: 9651 t
- Length overall: 105 m
- Beam: 19 m
- Port State Control (PSC) inspections: 78 since 2000
- PSC detentions in the last 36 months: 5
- Last PSC detention: 24/11/2025, Kdz.eregli (Black Sea MoU)
- Last PSC inspection: 03/09/2026
- Registered owner · Ship manager: MULTISERVICE SHIPPING & TRDG (Turkey)
- ISM manager: ARCHER DENIZCILIK VE GEMI (Turkey)
- Last AIS position: 53°42.2′N · 007°9.8′E · Speed 0.2 kn · moored · received 7 October 2026 at 09:33 UTC
- Destination: To be nominated
Frequently asked questions
What is the vessel type and age of RAVEN?
RAVEN is a General Cargo Ship built in 1997. It is currently in its 29th year of service.
What are the tonnage specifications for RAVEN?
The vessel has a deadweight tonnage of 9,651 metric tonnes. Its gross tonnage is recorded at 6,870.
Which flag does RAVEN fly?
The vessel currently flies the Vanuatu flag. It has operated under two different flag states previously in its history.
What is the classification status of RAVEN?
RAVEN is classed by Nippon Kaiji Kyokai. The current status of the vessel's classification is listed as Withdrawn.
How many PSC inspections has RAVEN undergone?
Over the last 36 months it has had 19 port state control (PSC) inspections and 5 detentions, with 265 deficiencies recorded. The most recent inspection was on 3 September 2026. All-time records show 78 inspections since 2000 and 9 detentions. The most recent detention was on 24 November 2025.
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