KOSTA is a Bulk Carrier built in 1999 and flying the St.Kitts and Nevis flag, placing it in its 27th year of service. The vessel reports a deadweight tonnage of 172,964 metric tonnes and a gross tonnage of 87,417. Given its deadweight capacity, it is configured for significant dry bulk cargo operations. KOSTA is classed by Nippon Kaiji Kyokai, which is an IACS member. The vessel has been observed in South Asia, the Singapore Strait, and the South China Sea. It has operated under four former flags and has been known by two former names. Over the last 36 months it has had 4 port state control (PSC) inspections and no detentions. The most recent inspection was on 9 April 2025.
KOSTA is a Bulk Carrier built in 1999. It is currently in its 27th year of service.
The vessel has a deadweight tonnage of 172,964 metric tonnes. Its gross tonnage is recorded at 87,417.
The vessel is classed by Nippon Kaiji Kyokai. This society is a recognized member of the International Association of Classification Societies (IACS).
Over the last 36 months it has had 4 port state control (PSC) inspections and no detentions, with 4 deficiencies recorded. The most recent inspection was on 9 April 2025. All-time records show 50 inspections since 2001 and 1 detention. The most recent detention was on 13 November 2012.
The vessel has been active in South Asia and the South China Sea. It has also been recorded transiting the Singapore Strait.
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