MATTHEW (IMO 9228150)
MATTHEW is a Bulk Carrier built in 2001 and flying the Panama flag, placing it in its 25th year of service. The vessel reports a deadweight tonnage of 50,913 metric tonnes and a gross tonnage of 28,647. At this capacity, it operates as a mid-sized bulk carrier suitable for various dry cargo trades. MATTHEW is classed by Nippon Kaiji Kyokai, which is an IACS member. The vessel has been observed in West Europe, West Africa, and the Middle America and Gulf of Mexico regions. It has been registered under five former names and has operated under four different flag states. Over the last 36 months it has had 1 port state control (PSC) inspection and no detentions. The most recent inspection was on 15 July 2026.
- Type: Bulk Carrier
- Flag: Panama
- Year built: 2001
- MMSI: 356182000
- Call sign: H3GG
- Gross tonnage: 28647
- Deadweight: 50913 t
- Port State Control (PSC) inspections: 73 since 2001
- PSC detentions in the last 36 months: 0
- Last PSC detention: 10/11/2005, Yokohama (Tokyo MoU)
- Last PSC inspection: 15/07/2026
- Registered owner · Ship manager: IRELAND GOVT REVENUE/CUSTOMS (Ireland)
- Last AIS position: 40°44.1′N · 029°30.2′E · Speed 1.4 kn · moored · received 17 October 2026 at 16:44 UTC
- Destination: Diliskelesi (TR DIL)
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Frequently asked questions
What is the vessel type and age of MATTHEW?
MATTHEW is a Bulk Carrier built in 2001. It is currently in its 25th year of service.
What are the capacity specifications for MATTHEW?
The vessel has a deadweight tonnage of 50,913 metric tonnes. Its gross tonnage is recorded at 28,647.
Which classification society is associated with MATTHEW?
The vessel is classed by Nippon Kaiji Kyokai, which is an IACS member. Its current class status is listed as Withdrawn.
Where has MATTHEW been recently observed?
The vessel has been observed in West Europe, West Africa, and the Middle America and Gulf of Mexico. These regions represent its recent geographic trading areas.
How many PSC inspections has the vessel undergone?
Over the last 36 months it has had 1 port state control (PSC) inspection and no detentions, with 7 deficiencies recorded. The most recent inspection was on 15 July 2026. All-time records show 73 inspections since 2001 and 1 detention. The most recent detention was on 10 November 2005.
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