SFERA (IMO 9304576)
SFERA is a Bulk Carrier built in 2006 and flying the Marshall Islands flag, placing it in its 20th year of service. The vessel reports a deadweight tonnage of 76,801 metric tonnes and a gross tonnage of 40,042. This size and type suggest its use in various dry bulk commodity trades. SFERA is classed by Nippon Kaiji Kyokai, which is an IACS member. The vessel has been observed in North Europe, the Mediterranean Sea, and West Africa over recent periods. It has previously operated under four different names and two different flag states. Over the last 36 months it has had 5 port state control (PSC) inspections and 1 detention. The most recent inspection was on 16 December 2025.
- Type: Bulk Carrier
- Flag: Marshall Islands
- Year built: 2006
- MMSI: 538005194
- Call sign: V7BT4
- Gross tonnage: 40042
- Deadweight: 76801 t
- Length overall: 225 m
- Beam: 32 m
- Port State Control (PSC) inspections: 54 since 2006
- PSC detentions in the last 36 months: 1
- Last PSC detention: 28/03/2024, Jiangyin (Tokyo MoU)
- Last PSC inspection: 16/12/2025
- Registered owner: ROSY MERIT LTD-MAI (Cyprus)
- Ship manager: DH-DHEKELIA SHIPMANAGEMENT LTD (Cyprus)
- ISM manager: MARU LLC (Ukraine)
- Last AIS position: 60°0.8′N · 028°28.1′E · Speed 0.0 kn · at anchor · received 11 October 2026 at 14:29 UTC
- Destination: Ust'-Luga (RU ULU) · ETA 8 February 2027 at 09:00 UTC (as broadcast by the vessel)
Frequently asked questions
What is the vessel type and age of SFERA?
SFERA is a Bulk Carrier built in 2006. It is currently in its 20th year of service.
What are the tonnage specifications for SFERA?
The vessel has a deadweight tonnage of 76,801 metric tonnes. Its gross tonnage is recorded at 40,042.
Which classification society manages SFERA?
SFERA is classed by Nippon Kaiji Kyokai. This society is a member of the International Association of Classification Societies (IACS).
Where has SFERA been recently observed?
The vessel has been active in North Europe, the Mediterranean Sea, and West Africa. These regions represent its most recent recorded geographic areas of operation.
What is the PSC inspection history for SFERA?
Over the last 36 months it has had 5 port state control (PSC) inspections and 1 detention, with 31 deficiencies recorded. The most recent inspection was on 16 December 2025. All-time records show 54 inspections since 2006 and 2 detentions. The most recent detention was on 28 March 2024.
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