IMUA (IMO 9184237)
IMUA is a General Cargo Ship built in 2005 and flying the Antigua and Barbuda flag, placing it in its 21st year of service. The vessel reports a deadweight tonnage of 8,379 metric tonnes and a gross tonnage of 6,264. This size and type suggest its utility in regional cargo transport and general freight operations. IMUA is classed by DNV, which is a member of the International Association of Classification Societies (IACS). The vessel has been observed in East Asia, the New Guinea Pacific, and Australia and New Zealand. It has operated under four former flags and has been known by five former names. Over the last 36 months it has had 14 port state control (PSC) inspections and 1 detention. The most recent inspection was on 8 September 2026.
- Type: General Cargo Ship
- Flag: Antigua and Barbuda
- Year built: 2005
- MMSI: 304887000
- Call sign: V2BK7
- Gross tonnage: 6264
- Deadweight: 8379 t
- Length overall: 118.28 m
- Beam: 18.4 m
- Home port: St. John's
- Port State Control (PSC) inspections: 72 since 2006
- PSC detentions in the last 36 months: 1
- Last PSC detention: 08/09/2026, Auckland (Tokyo MoU)
- Last PSC inspection: 08/09/2026
- Registered owner: ISLAND CHIEF SHIPPING LTD (Germany)
- Ship manager · ISM manager · DOC holder: MC-SCHIFFAHRT GMBH (Germany)
- Last AIS position: 15°2.3′S · 169°59.0′W · Speed 10.5 kn · under way · received 15 October 2026 at 14:23 UTC
- Destination: To be nominated
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Frequently asked questions
What is the vessel type and age of IMUA?
IMUA is a General Cargo Ship built in 2005. It is currently in its 21st year of service.
What are the tonnage specifications for IMUA?
The vessel has a deadweight tonnage of 8,379 metric tonnes. Its gross tonnage is recorded at 6,264.
Which classification society manages IMUA?
IMUA is classed by DNV, which is an IACS member. The current classification status for the vessel is Reinstated.
What is the PSC inspection history for this vessel?
Over the last 36 months it has had 14 port state control (PSC) inspections and 1 detention, with 29 deficiencies recorded. The most recent inspection was on 8 September 2026. All-time records show 72 inspections since 2006 and 3 detentions. The most recent detention was on 8 September 2026.
Where has IMUA been recently operating?
The vessel has been observed in East Asia and the New Guinea Pacific regions. It has also been recorded in the Australia and New Zealand area.
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