ARGOS REEFER (IMO 9184548)
ARGOS REEFER is a Refrigerated Cargo Ship built in 1999 and flying the Bahamas flag, placing it in its 27th year of service. The vessel reports a deadweight tonnage of 8,077 metric tonnes, a gross tonnage of 7,367, and a length overall of 135 metres. This vessel is configured for specialized refrigerated cargo transport. ARGOS REEFER is classed by Nippon Kaiji Kyokai, which is an IACS member. The vessel has been observed in West Africa, the South America East Coast, and the South America West Coast. It has previously operated under two former names and one former flag. Over the last 36 months it has had 9 port state control (PSC) inspections and no detentions. The most recent inspection was on 23 February 2026.
- Type: Refrigerated Cargo Ship
- Flag: Bahamas
- Year built: 1999
- MMSI: 311001587
- Call sign: C6HW6
- Gross tonnage: 7367
- Deadweight: 8077 t
- Length overall: 135 m
- Beam: 21 m
- Port State Control (PSC) inspections: 71 since 2000
- PSC detentions in the last 36 months: 0
- Last PSC detention: 18/04/2012, Southampton (Paris MoU)
- Last PSC inspection: 23/02/2026
- Registered owner: ARGOS NAVIGATION SA (Malta)
- Ship manager · ISM manager: YUSTAT GROUP LTD (Malta)
- Last AIS position: 6°20.8′N · 002°25.9′E · Speed 12.2 kn · at anchor · received 11 October 2026 at 02:26 UTC
- Destination: Cotonou (BJ COO)
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Frequently asked questions
What is the vessel type and age of ARGOS REEFER?
ARGOS REEFER is a Refrigerated Cargo Ship. It was built in 1999 and is currently in its 27th year of service.
What are the dimensions and capacity of ARGOS REEFER?
The vessel has a length overall of 135 metres and a beam of 21 metres. It carries a deadweight tonnage of 8,077 metric tonnes and a gross tonnage of 7,367.
Which classification society manages ARGOS REEFER?
The vessel is classed by Nippon Kaiji Kyokai. This society is a recognized member of the International Association of Classification Societies (IACS).
What is the PSC inspection history for this vessel?
Over the last 36 months it has had 9 port state control (PSC) inspections and no detentions, with 3 deficiencies recorded. The most recent inspection was on 23 February 2026. All-time records show 71 inspections since 2000 and 1 detention. The most recent detention was on 18 April 2012.
Where has ARGOS REEFER been recently observed?
The vessel has been active in West Africa and along the coasts of South America. Specifically, it has been seen on the South America East Coast and the South America West Coast.
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