LOTUS (IMO 9193525)
LOTUS is a General Cargo Ship built in 1999 and flying the Egypt flag, placing it in its 27th year of service. The vessel reports a deadweight tonnage of 9,389 metric tonnes and a gross tonnage of 8,443. This size and type suggest its utility in regional cargo transport and general freight operations. LOTUS is classed by Nippon Kaiji Kyokai, which is a member of the International Association of Classification Societies. The vessel has been observed operating in the Mediterranean Sea. It has a history of six former names and has operated under five different flag states. Over the last 36 months it has had 3 port state control (PSC) inspections and no detentions. The most recent inspection was on 12 August 2025.
- Type: General Cargo Ship
- Flag: Egypt
- Year built: 1999
- MMSI: 622112801
- Call sign: 6AJJ
- Gross tonnage: 8443
- Deadweight: 9389 t
- Length overall: 135 m
- Beam: 20 m
- Port State Control (PSC) inspections: 41 since 1999
- PSC detentions in the last 36 months: 0
- Last PSC detention: 30/08/2021, Marsaxlokk (Mediterranean MoU)
- Last PSC inspection: 12/08/2025
- Registered owner: ELREEDY STARS FOR OWNING (Egypt)
- Ship manager · ISM manager: EL REEDY SHIPPING AGENCY (Egypt)
- Last AIS position: 35°30.9′N · 035°44.0′E · Speed 0.0 kn · at anchor · received 10 October 2026 at 23:50 UTC
- Destination: Latakia (SY LTK)
Frequently asked questions
What is the vessel type and age of LOTUS?
LOTUS is a General Cargo Ship built in 1999. It is currently in its 27th year of service.
What are the tonnage specifications for LOTUS?
The vessel has a deadweight tonnage of 9,389 metric tonnes. Its gross tonnage is recorded at 8,443.
Which classification society manages LOTUS?
The vessel is classed by Nippon Kaiji Kyokai. This society is a recognized member of the International Association of Classification Societies (IACS).
Where has LOTUS been recently observed?
The vessel has been observed operating in the Mediterranean Sea. This region is the primary geographic area noted in recent data.
How many PSC inspections has the vessel undergone?
Over the last 36 months it has had 3 port state control (PSC) inspections and no detentions, with 15 deficiencies recorded. The most recent inspection was on 12 August 2025. All-time records show 41 inspections since 1999 and 4 detentions. The most recent detention was on 30 August 2021.
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