BELUGA A (IMO 9256353)
BELUGA A is a Bulk Carrier built in 2001 and flying the St.Kitts and Nevis flag, placing it in its 25th year of service. The vessel reports a deadweight tonnage of 28,470 metric tonnes and a gross tonnage of 16,978. This size class is typically utilized for regional bulk commodity transport. BELUGA A is classed by Nippon Kaiji Kyokai, which is an IACS member. The vessel has been observed in South Asia, East Africa, and the South America East Coast. It has operated under five former flags and three former names. Over the last 36 months it has had 17 port state control (PSC) inspections and 2 detentions. The most recent inspection was on 28 June 2026.
- Type: Bulk Carrier
- Flag: St.Kitts and Nevis
- Year built: 2001
- MMSI: 341395001
- Call sign: V4QL5
- Gross tonnage: 16978
- Deadweight: 28470 t
- Length overall: 168 m
- Beam: 27 m
- Port State Control (PSC) inspections: 92 since 2002
- PSC detentions in the last 36 months: 2
- Last PSC detention: 18/11/2024, Tema (Abuja MoU)
- Last PSC inspection: 28/06/2026
- Registered owner: BELUGA MARINE LTD (Greece)
- Ship manager · ISM manager: BELUGA SHIP MANAGEMENT LTD (Greece)
- Last AIS position: 2°11.5′S · 040°56.0′E · Speed 1.1 kn · at anchor · received 9 October 2026 at 07:09 UTC
- Destination: Lamu (KE LAU)
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Frequently asked questions
What is the vessel type and age of BELUGA A?
BELUGA A is a Bulk Carrier built in 2001. It is currently in its 25th year of service.
What are the tonnage specifications for BELUGA A?
The vessel has a deadweight tonnage of 28,470 metric tonnes. Its gross tonnage is recorded at 16,978.
Which classification society manages BELUGA A?
The vessel is classed by Nippon Kaiji Kyokai. This society is a recognized member of the International Association of Classification Societies (IACS).
Where has BELUGA A been recently operating?
The vessel has been observed in South Asia, East Africa, and the South America East Coast. These regions represent its most recent recorded geographic areas of operation.
What is the port-state control history of BELUGA A?
Over the last 36 months it has had 17 port state control (PSC) inspections and 2 detentions; the deficiency count is reported for 13 of them. The most recent inspection was on 28 June 2026. All-time records show 92 inspections since 2002 and 2 detentions. The most recent detention was on 18 November 2024.
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