BENITA (IMO 9258727)
BENITA is a Container Ship built in 2002 and flying the St.Kitts and Nevis flag, placing it in its 24th year of service. The vessel reports a deadweight tonnage of 12,694 metric tonnes and a gross tonnage of 9,413. At this capacity, it is configured for regional containerized cargo operations. BENITA is classed by China Classification Society, which is a member of the International Association of Classification Societies (IACS). The vessel has been observed in the South Asia region. It has previously operated under three different names and two different flag states. Over the last 36 months it has had 7 port state control (PSC) inspections and no detentions. The most recent inspection was on 29 August 2024.
- Type: Container Ship
- Flag: St.Kitts and Nevis
- Year built: 2002
- MMSI: 341849001
- Call sign: V4HX6
- Gross tonnage: 9413
- Deadweight: 12694 t
- Port State Control (PSC) inspections: 59 since 2002
- PSC detentions in the last 36 months: 0
- Last PSC detention: 24/12/2002, Kobe (Tokyo MoU)
- Last PSC inspection: 29/08/2024
- Registered owner: ACROPOLIS SHIPPING LTD (United Arab Emirates)
- Ship manager: INTERWORLD SHIPPING AGENCY LLC (United Arab Emirates)
- Last AIS position: 18°47.7′N · 072°37.9′E · Speed 0.0 kn · at anchor · received 11 October 2026 at 18:39 UTC
- Destination: Jawaharlal Nehru Port/Nhava Sheva (JNPT) (IN NSA)
Frequently asked questions
What is the vessel type and age of BENITA?
BENITA is a container ship built in 2002. It is currently in its 24th year of service.
What are the tonnage specifications for BENITA?
The vessel has a deadweight tonnage of 12,694 metric tonnes. Its gross tonnage is recorded at 9,413.
Which classification society maintains BENITA?
The vessel is classed by China Classification Society. This society is a recognized member of the International Association of Classification Societies (IACS).
Where has BENITA been operating recently?
The vessel has been observed in the South Asia region. This area is one of the recent geographic locations for its maritime activity.
How many PSC inspections has the vessel undergone?
Over the last 36 months it has had 7 port state control (PSC) inspections and no detentions, with 21 deficiencies recorded. The most recent inspection was on 29 August 2024. All-time records show 59 inspections since 2002 and 1 detention. The most recent detention was on 24 December 2002.
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