LAKE ST. CLAIR (IMO 9315549)
LAKE ST. CLAIR is a General Cargo Ship built in 2005 and flying the Antigua and Barbuda flag, placing it in its 21st year of service. The vessel reports a deadweight tonnage of 27,740 metric tonnes, a gross tonnage of 18,825, and a length overall of 185.09 metres. This vessel is configured for multi-purpose dry cargo operations. LAKE ST. CLAIR is classed by DNV-GL (ex GL), which is a member of the International Association of Classification Societies. The vessel has been observed in the Mediterranean Sea, West Europe, and the North America East Coast. It has operated under two former flag states and has been known by three former names. Over the last 36 months it has had 10 port state control (PSC) inspections and no detentions. The most recent inspection was on 6 October 2026.
- Type: General Cargo Ship
- Flag: Antigua and Barbuda
- Year built: 2005
- MMSI: 304798000
- Call sign: V2BN9
- Gross tonnage: 18825
- Deadweight: 27740 t
- Length overall: 185.09 m
- Beam: 23.5 m
- Home port: St. John's
- Port State Control (PSC) inspections: 79 since 2005
- PSC detentions in the last 36 months: 0
- Last PSC inspection: 06/10/2026
- Registered owner: GREAT LAKES SHIPPING GMBH (Germany)
- Ship manager · ISM manager · DOC holder: SUNSHIP SCHIFFAHRTSKONTOR KG (Germany)
- Last AIS position: 24°4.0′S · 046°19.8′W · Speed 0.1 kn · at anchor · received 11 October 2026 at 14:06 UTC
- Destination: Santos (BR SSZ) · ETA 13 October 2026 at 12:00 UTC (as broadcast by the vessel)
Frequently asked questions
What is the vessel type and age of LAKE ST. CLAIR?
LAKE ST. CLAIR is a General Cargo Ship built in 2005. It is currently in its 21st year of service.
What are the dimensions of LAKE ST. CLAIR?
The vessel has a length overall of 185.09 metres and a beam of 23.5 metres. It operates with a maximum draught of 9.8 metres.
Which classification society maintains LAKE ST. CLAIR?
The vessel is classed by DNV-GL (ex GL), which is an IACS member. Its current classification status is listed as Reinstated.
What is the PSC inspection history for this vessel?
Over the last 36 months it has had 10 port state control (PSC) inspections and no detentions, with 25 deficiencies recorded. The most recent inspection was on 6 October 2026. All-time records show 79 inspections since 2005 and no detentions.
Where has LAKE ST. CLAIR been recently observed?
The vessel has been active in the Mediterranean Sea, West Europe, and the North America East Coast. These regions represent its most recent geographic areas of operation.
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