GOLDEN LEO (IMO 9181833)
GOLDEN LEO is a General Cargo Ship built in 1998 and flying the Guinea-Bissau flag, placing it in its 28th year of service. The vessel reports a deadweight tonnage of 7,334 metric tonnes, a gross tonnage of 4,560, and a length overall of 100 metres. This size profile is typical for general cargo operations in regional coastal trades. GOLDEN LEO is classed by the International Naval Surveys Bureau. The vessel has been observed in the Mediterranean Sea and West Africa over recent periods. It has previously operated under two former names and three different flag states. Over the last 36 months it has had 14 port state control (PSC) inspections and 1 detention. The most recent inspection was on 11 July 2026.
- Type: General Cargo Ship
- Flag: Guinea-Bissau
- Year built: 1998
- Call sign: J5AJ7
- Gross tonnage: 4560
- Deadweight: 7334 t
- Length overall: 100 m
- Beam: 18.3 m
- Home port: BISSAU
- Port State Control (PSC) inspections: 71 since 2000
- PSC detentions in the last 36 months: 1
- Last PSC detention: 02/10/2025, Iskenderun (Mediterranean MoU)
- Last PSC inspection: 11/07/2026
- Registered owner: OCEAN GRACE SHIPPING LTD (Turkey)
- Ship manager · ISM manager: FRIENDS SHIPPING CO SA (Turkey)
Frequently asked questions
What is the vessel type and age of GOLDEN LEO?
GOLDEN LEO is a General Cargo Ship. It was built in 1998 and is currently in its 28th year of service.
What are the dimensions of GOLDEN LEO?
The vessel has a length overall of 100 metres and a beam of 18.3 metres. It carries a deadweight tonnage of 7,334 metric tonnes.
Which flag does the vessel fly?
The vessel currently flies the Guinea-Bissau flag. It has operated under three different flag states throughout its history.
What is the classification of GOLDEN LEO?
The vessel is classed by the International Naval Surveys Bureau. Its current classification status is listed as Delivered.
How many PSC inspections has the vessel undergone?
Over the last 36 months it has had 14 port state control (PSC) inspections and 1 detention, with 70 deficiencies recorded. The most recent inspection was on 11 July 2026. All-time records show 71 inspections since 2000 and 3 detentions. The most recent detention was on 2 October 2025.
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