SOFIA (IMO 9245263)
SOFIA is a General Cargo Ship built in 2002 and flying the Russia flag, placing it in its 24th year of service. The vessel reports a deadweight tonnage of 10,890 metric tonnes, a gross tonnage of 6,823, and a length overall of 139 metres. This size profile is typical for general cargo operations in regional coastal and short-sea trades. SOFIA is classed by the Russian Maritime Register of Shipping, which is an IACS member. The vessel has been observed in the Mediterranean Sea, North Europe, and West Europe over recent periods. It has a history of operating under 8 different flags and has been known by 6 former names. Over the last 36 months it has had 3 port state control (PSC) inspections and no detentions. The most recent inspection was on 16 December 2025.
- Type: General Cargo Ship
- Flag: Russia
- Year built: 2002
- MMSI: 273251830
- Call sign: UACA5
- Gross tonnage: 6823
- Deadweight: 10890 t
- Length overall: 139 m
- Beam: 15.87 m
- Home port: Novorossiysk
- Port State Control (PSC) inspections: 63 since 2004
- PSC detentions in the last 36 months: 0
- Last PSC detention: 05/08/2015, New Orleans, Louisiana (US Coast Guard)
- Last PSC inspection: 16/12/2025
- Registered owner · Ship manager: STRATEGIC GRAIN MANAGEMENT LLC (United Arab Emirates)
- ISM manager: KUBAN MARINE COMPANY LLC (Russia)
- Last AIS position: 45°18.7′N · 036°30.4′E · Speed 0.5 kn · received 12 June 2026 at 10:26 UTC
- Destination: Kavkaz (RU KVK)
Frequently asked questions
What is the vessel type and age of SOFIA?
SOFIA is a General Cargo Ship built in 2002. It is currently in its 24th year of service.
What are the dimensions of SOFIA?
The vessel has a length overall of 139 metres and a beam of 16 metres. It carries a deadweight tonnage of 10,890 metric tonnes.
Which classification society manages SOFIA?
The vessel is classed by the Russian Maritime Register of Shipping. This society is a member of the International Association of Classification Societies (IACS).
What is the PSC inspection history for SOFIA?
Over the last 36 months it has had 3 port state control (PSC) inspections and no detentions, with 13 deficiencies recorded. The most recent inspection was on 16 December 2025. All-time records show 63 inspections since 2004 and 1 detention. The most recent detention was on 5 August 2015.
Where has SOFIA been recently observed?
The vessel has been active in the Mediterranean Sea and West Europe. It has also been recorded operating in North Europe.
Live AIS via Rynda — combined with classification, PSC, sanctions and ownership data.