ERK IZMIR (IMO 9179983)
ERK IZMIR is a Vehicles Carrier built in 1998 and flying the Panama flag, placing it in its 28th year of service. The vessel reports a deadweight tonnage of 3,347 metric tonnes and a gross tonnage of 9,233. This vessel is configured for the transport of vehicle cargo. ERK IZMIR is classed by Lloyd's Register, which is an IACS member. The vessel has been observed in the Mediterranean Sea, West Europe, and West Africa. It has previously operated under three different names and three different flag states. Over the last 36 months it has had 6 port state control (PSC) inspections and 1 detention. The most recent inspection was on 10 July 2026.
- Type: Vehicles Carrier
- Flag: Panama
- Year built: 1998
- MMSI: 352002302
- Call sign: 3E3517
- Gross tonnage: 9233
- Deadweight: 3347 t
- Length overall: 99 m
- Beam: 19 m
- Port State Control (PSC) inspections: 48 since 1998
- PSC detentions in the last 36 months: 1
- Last PSC detention: 04/09/2025, Yalova (Mediterranean MoU)
- Last PSC inspection: 10/07/2026
- Registered owner · Ship manager: MEDITERRA INDIAN CO (Liberia)
- ISM manager: ERKDENIZ DENIZCILIK ISLTMELERI (Turkey)
- Last AIS position: 41°19.9′N · 002°8.8′E · Speed 0.0 kn · moored · received 11 October 2026 at 13:12 UTC
- Destination: Barcelona (ES BCN)
Frequently asked questions
What is the vessel type and age of ERK IZMIR?
ERK IZMIR is a Vehicles Carrier built in 1998. It is currently in its 28th year of service.
What are the tonnage specifications for ERK IZMIR?
The vessel has a gross tonnage of 9,233. Its deadweight tonnage is recorded at 3,347 metric tonnes.
Which classification society manages ERK IZMIR?
The vessel is classed by Lloyd's Register. This society is a recognized member of the International Association of Classification Societies (IACS).
Where has ERK IZMIR been recently observed?
The vessel has been active in the Mediterranean Sea. Specific recent observations include the West Europe and West Africa regions of the Mediterranean.
What is the PSC inspection history for ERK IZMIR?
Over the last 36 months it has had 6 port state control (PSC) inspections and 1 detention, with 15 deficiencies recorded. The most recent inspection was on 10 July 2026. All-time records show 48 inspections since 1998 and 1 detention. The most recent detention was on 4 September 2025.
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