FAROUK M (IMO 9214848)
FAROUK M is a Bulk Carrier built in 2000 and flying the Barbados flag, placing it in its 26th year of service. The vessel reports a deadweight tonnage of 46,786 metric tonnes, a gross tonnage of 26,084, and a length overall of 183 metres. This size and type suggest its utility in regional bulk commodity transport. FAROUK M is classed by Nippon Kaiji Kyokai. The vessel has been observed in South Asia, the Mediterranean Sea, and East Asia over recent periods. It has previously operated under four different flag states and has been known by five former names. Over the last 36 months it has had 11 port state control (PSC) inspections and no detentions. The most recent inspection was on 17 February 2026.
- Type: Bulk Carrier
- Flag: Barbados
- Year built: 2000
- MMSI: 314899000
- Call sign: 8P2365
- Gross tonnage: 26084
- Deadweight: 46786 t
- Length overall: 183 m
- Beam: 31 m
- Port State Control (PSC) inspections: 81 since 2000
- PSC detentions in the last 36 months: 0
- Last PSC detention: 16/01/2008, Ardrossan (Tokyo MoU)
- Last PSC inspection: 17/02/2026
- Registered owner: FAROUK SHIPHOLDING LTD (Turkey)
- Ship manager · ISM manager: MANSOUR MANAGEMENT GEMI ACENT (Turkey)
- Last AIS position: 11°39.2′N · 043°11.3′E · Speed 11.2 kn · under way · received 16 October 2026 at 13:35 UTC
- Destination: Djibouti (DJ JIB)
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Frequently asked questions
What is the vessel type and age of FAROUK M?
FAROUK M is a Bulk Carrier built in 2000. It is currently in its 26th year of service.
What are the dimensions of FAROUK M?
The vessel has a length overall of 183 metres and a beam of 31 metres. It carries a deadweight tonnage of 46,786 metric tonnes.
Which classification society manages FAROUK M?
The vessel is classed by Nippon Kaiji Kyokai. Its current classification status is listed as Reassigned.
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; the deficiency count is reported for 10 of them. The most recent inspection was on 17 February 2026. All-time records show 81 inspections since 2000 and 1 detention. The most recent detention was on 16 January 2008.
What flag does the vessel currently fly?
FAROUK M currently flies the Barbados flag. Throughout its history, the vessel has operated under four different flag states.
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