PORTLAND IV (IMO 9184938)
PORTLAND IV 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 72,083, a gross tonnage of 37,457, and a beam of 32.26 metres. This size and type suggest its utility in regional bulk commodity transport. PORTLAND IV is classed by Registro Italiano Navale, which is an IACS member. The vessel has been observed in the South Asia region. It has previously operated under three different flags and has been registered under two former names. Over the last 36 months it has had 3 port state control (PSC) inspections and no detentions. The most recent inspection was on 21 June 2026.
- Type: Bulk Carrier
- Flag: St.Kitts and Nevis
- Year built: 1999
- MMSI: 341036002
- Call sign: V4PB6
- Gross tonnage: 37457
- Deadweight: 72083 t
- Length overall: 224 m
- Beam: 32.26 m
- Home port: BASSETERRE -
- Port State Control (PSC) inspections: 66 since 2000
- PSC detentions in the last 36 months: 0
- Last PSC detention: 20/11/2017, Guangzhou (Tokyo MoU)
- Last PSC inspection: 21/06/2026
- Registered owner: AHLIA AG MARINE IV LTD-LIB (Kuwait)
- Ship manager: GULF MARITIME SHIPMANAGEMENT (Kuwait)
- Last AIS position: 26°15.7′N · 053°46.8′E · Speed 7.6 kn · under way · received 14 October 2026 at 07:36 UTC
- Destination: Shuaiba (KW SAA) · ETA 15 October 2026 at 20:00 UTC (as broadcast by the vessel)
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Frequently asked questions
What is the vessel type and age of PORTLAND IV?
PORTLAND IV is a Bulk Carrier built in 1999. It is currently in its 27th year of service.
What are the dimensions and capacity of PORTLAND IV?
The vessel has a deadweight tonnage of 72,083 metric tonnes and a gross tonnage of 37,457. Its beam is recorded at 32.26 metres.
Which classification society maintains PORTLAND IV?
The vessel is classed by Registro Italiano Navale. This society is a 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 3 port state control (PSC) inspections and no detentions, with 3 deficiencies recorded. The most recent inspection was on 21 June 2026. All-time records show 66 inspections since 2000 and 2 detentions. The most recent detention was on 20 November 2017.
What flag does the vessel currently fly?
The vessel flies the St.Kitts and Nevis flag. It has operated under 3 different flags throughout its history.
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