ARIFE (IMO 9266322)
ARIFE is a General Cargo Ship built in 2002 and flying the Barbados flag, placing it in its 24th year of service. The vessel reports a deadweight tonnage of 4,713 metric tonnes, a gross tonnage of 4,090, and a length overall of 101 metres. This size and type suggest its use in regional cargo transport and short-sea shipping operations. ARIFE is classed by the Indian Register of Shipping, which is an IACS member. The vessel has been observed in the Mediterranean Sea, North Europe, West Europe, and South Asia, South East Asia over recent periods. It has operated under 8 different flags and has been known by 3 former names. Over the last 36 months it has had 9 port state control (PSC) inspections and no detentions. The most recent inspection was on 25 August 2026.
- Type: General Cargo Ship
- Flag: Barbados
- Year built: 2002
- MMSI: 314777000
- Call sign: 8PQO6
- Gross tonnage: 4090
- Deadweight: 4713 t
- Length overall: 101 m
- Beam: 17 m
- Port State Control (PSC) inspections: 69 since 2002
- PSC detentions in the last 36 months: 0
- Last PSC detention: 26/01/2018, Antwerp (Paris MoU)
- Last PSC inspection: 25/08/2026
- Registered owner: MELODY SHIPPING SA-PAN (Turkey)
- Ship manager: EL KENZ DENIZCILIK NAKLIYAT (Turkey)
- ISM manager: KAMMER GEMI ISLETMECILIGI TIC (Turkey)
- Last AIS position: 57°0.1′N · 012°13.3′E · Speed 0.2 kn · at anchor · received 10 October 2026 at 14:41 UTC
- Destination: Varberg (SE VAG)
Frequently asked questions
What is the vessel type and age of ARIFE?
ARIFE is a General Cargo Ship built in 2002. It is currently in its 24th year of service.
What are the dimensions of ARIFE?
The vessel has a length overall of 101 metres and a beam of 17 metres. Its gross tonnage is recorded at 4,090.
Which classification society is associated with ARIFE?
The vessel is classed by the Indian Register of Shipping, which is an IACS member. Its current classification status is listed as Withdrawn.
How many inspections has ARIFE undergone recently?
Over the last 36 months it has had 9 port state control (PSC) inspections and no detentions, with 11 deficiencies recorded. The most recent inspection was on 25 August 2026. All-time records show 69 inspections since 2002 and 2 detentions. The most recent detention was on 26 January 2018.
What is the flag history of ARIFE?
The vessel currently flies the Barbados flag. Throughout its history, it has operated under 8 different flag states.
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