AMETHYST (IMO 9237943)
AMETHYST is a Bulk Carrier built in 2001 and flying the Indonesia flag, placing it in its 25th year of service. The vessel reports a deadweight tonnage of 47,301 metric tonnes and a gross tonnage of 27,396. This vessel is configured for bulk cargo operations within regional trade routes. AMETHYST is classed by Nippon Kaiji Kyokai, which is an IACS member. The vessel has been observed in the South China Sea, the Singapore Strait, and the Makassar Strait. It has previously operated under five different flags and has been known by two former names. Over the last 36 months it has had 2 port state control (PSC) inspections and 1 detention. The most recent inspection was on 12 August 2026.
- Type: Bulk Carrier
- Flag: Sao Tome and Principe
- Year built: 2001
- MMSI: 668116451
- Call sign: S9A3251
- Gross tonnage: 27396
- Deadweight: 47301 t
- Port State Control (PSC) inspections: 45 since 2001
- PSC detentions in the last 36 months: 1
- Last PSC detention: 12/08/2026, Aqaba (Mediterranean MoU)
- Last PSC inspection: 12/08/2026
- Registered owner: KADER SHIPPING CO SA (Greece)
- Ship manager: AK GROUP CO LTD (Greece)
- Last AIS position: 20°49.2′N · 107°9.0′E · Speed 10.1 kn · under way · received 11 October 2026 at 13:14 UTC
- Destination: Hon Gai (VN HON)
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Frequently asked questions
What is the vessel type and age of AMETHYST?
AMETHYST is a Bulk Carrier built in 2001. It is currently in its 25th year of service.
What are the capacity specifications for AMETHYST?
The vessel has a deadweight tonnage of 47,301 metric tonnes. Its gross tonnage is recorded at 27,396.
Which classification society is associated with AMETHYST?
The vessel is classed by Nippon Kaiji Kyokai, which is an IACS member. The current class status for this vessel is listed as Withdrawn.
Where has AMETHYST been recently observed?
The vessel has been observed in the South China Sea and the Singapore Strait. It also operates within the Makassar Strait region.
What is the port-state control history for AMETHYST?
Over the last 36 months it has had 2 port state control (PSC) inspections and 1 detention, with 24 deficiencies recorded. The most recent inspection was on 12 August 2026. All-time records show 45 inspections since 2001 and 3 detentions. The most recent detention was on 12 August 2026.
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