GULF TRADER (IMO 9218844)
GULF TRADER is a Bulk Carrier built in 2002 and flying the Marshall Islands flag, placing it in its 24th year of service. The vessel reports a deadweight tonnage of 75,214 metric tonnes and a gross tonnage of 39,709. This size and type suggest its utility in mid-range dry bulk commodity transport. GULF TRADER is classed by Lloyd's Register, which is an IACS member. The vessel has been observed in the Mediterranean Sea, South Asia, and West Africa over recent periods. It has previously operated under two former names and two different flag states. Over the last 36 months it has had 6 port state control (PSC) inspections and no detentions. The most recent inspection was on 24 February 2026.
- Type: Bulk Carrier
- Flag: Marshall Islands
- Year built: 2002
- MMSI: 538008413
- Call sign: V7A2329
- Gross tonnage: 39709
- Deadweight: 75214 t
- Length overall: 225 m
- Beam: 32 m
- Port State Control (PSC) inspections: 42 since 2002
- PSC detentions in the last 36 months: 0
- Last PSC detention: 25/09/2023, Novorossiisk (Black Sea MoU)
- Last PSC inspection: 24/02/2026
- Registered owner: INTERNATIONAL CORPORATION (Greece)
- Ship manager: AL GHURAIR INVESTMENT LLC (United Arab Emirates)
- ISM manager: FLEET MANAGEMENT MIDDLE EAST (United Arab Emirates)
- Last AIS position: 37°37.5′N · 008°47.8′E · Speed 13.1 kn · under way · received 10 October 2026 at 16:58 UTC
- Destination: Gibraltar (GI GIB) · ETA 13 October 2026 at 12:44 UTC (as broadcast by the vessel)
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Frequently asked questions
What is the vessel type and age of GULF TRADER?
GULF TRADER is a Bulk Carrier built in 2002. It is currently in its 24th year of service.
What are the capacity specifications for GULF TRADER?
The vessel has a deadweight tonnage of 75,214 metric tonnes. Its gross tonnage is recorded at 39,709.
Which classification society manages GULF TRADER?
The vessel is classed by Lloyd's Register. This society is a member of the International Association of Classification Societies (IACS).
Where has GULF TRADER been recently observed?
The vessel has been seen operating in the Mediterranean Sea, South Asia, and West Africa. These regions represent its most recent geographic activity.
What is the PSC inspection history for GULF TRADER?
Over the last 36 months it has had 6 port state control (PSC) inspections and no detentions, with 18 deficiencies recorded. The most recent inspection was on 24 February 2026. All-time records show 42 inspections since 2002 and 3 detentions. The most recent detention was on 25 September 2023.
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