VEGA (IMO 9197052)
VEGA is a Refrigerated 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 10,947 metric tonnes and a gross tonnage of 9,340. This vessel is configured for the transport of temperature-sensitive cargo. VEGA is classed by Nippon Kaiji Kyokai, which is an IACS member. The vessel has been observed in East Asia, South East Asia, and the New Guinea Pacific regions. It has previously operated under one former name and one former flag. Over the last 36 months it has had 11 port state control (PSC) inspections and no detentions. The most recent inspection was on 22 July 2026.
- Type: Refrigerated Cargo Ship
- Flag: Panama
- Year built: 1999
- MMSI: 357322000
- Call sign: 3FGA9
- Gross tonnage: 9340
- Deadweight: 10947 t
- Port State Control (PSC) inspections: 61 since 1999
- PSC detentions in the last 36 months: 0
- Last PSC detention: 26/11/2010, Tokyo (Tokyo MoU)
- Last PSC inspection: 22/07/2026
- Registered owner: SASANQUA SHIPPING SA (Japan)
- Ship manager: FRESH CARRIERS CO LTD (Japan)
- ISM manager: TORITEC CO LTD (Japan)
- Last AIS position: 26°37.8′N · 127°21.2′E · Speed 18.5 kn · under way · received 10 October 2026 at 03:17 UTC
- Destination: To be nominated · ETA 13 October 2026 at 06:52 UTC (as broadcast by the vessel)
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Frequently asked questions
What is the vessel type of VEGA?
VEGA is a Refrigerated Cargo Ship. It was built in 1999 and is currently in its 27th year of service.
What are the capacity specifications for VEGA?
The vessel has a deadweight tonnage of 10,947 metric tonnes. Its gross tonnage is recorded at 9,340.
Which classification society manages VEGA?
VEGA 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 11 port state control (PSC) inspections and no detentions, with 36 deficiencies recorded. The most recent inspection was on 22 July 2026. All-time records show 61 inspections since 1999 and 1 detention. The most recent detention was on 26 November 2010.
Where has VEGA been recently observed?
The vessel has been active in the East Asia, South East Asia, and New Guinea Pacific regions. These observations cover its recent operational transit areas.
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