TAYSEER-1 (IMO 9189718)
AK PIONEER is a General Cargo Ship built in 1999 and flying the Panama flag, placing it in its 27th year of service. The vessel reports a deadweight tonnage of 7,224 metric tonnes, a gross tonnage of 4,947, and a length overall of 99 metres. This size profile is typical for general cargo operations in regional coastal or short-sea trades. AK PIONEER is classed by Nippon Kaiji Kyokai, which is an IACS member. The vessel has been observed in the Mediterranean Sea over recent periods. It has operated under two former names and two former 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 2 May 2026.
- Type: General Cargo Ship
- Flag: Palau (Republic of)
- Year built: 1999
- MMSI: 511102103
- Call sign: T8A5643
- Gross tonnage: 4947
- Deadweight: 7224 t
- Length overall: 99 m
- Beam: 20 m
- Port State Control (PSC) inspections: 89 since 2000
- PSC detentions in the last 36 months: 1
- Last PSC detention: 02/06/2025, Tulcea (Black Sea MoU)
- Last PSC inspection: 02/05/2026
- Registered owner: AL-TAYSEER MARITIME LTD (United Arab Emirates)
- Ship manager: MAY MARINE & TRADING SA (United Arab Emirates)
- Last AIS position: 40°42.7′N · 028°43.1′E · Speed 7.4 kn · at anchor · received 15 October 2026 at 10:11 UTC
- Destination: Istanbul (IST) (TR IST)
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Frequently asked questions
What is the vessel type and age of AK PIONEER?
AK PIONEER is a General Cargo Ship built in 1999. It is currently in its 27th year of service.
What are the dimensions of AK PIONEER?
The vessel has a length overall of 99 metres and a beam of 20 metres. It carries a deadweight tonnage of 7,224 metric tonnes.
Which classification society manages AK PIONEER?
The vessel is classed by Nippon Kaiji Kyokai, which is an IACS member. Its current classification status is listed as 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 87 deficiencies recorded. The most recent inspection was on 2 May 2026. All-time records show 89 inspections since 2000 and 8 detentions. The most recent detention was on 2 June 2025.
Where has AK PIONEER been recently observed?
The vessel has been observed operating in the Mediterranean Sea. It currently flies the Panama flag.
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