SWEET LADY III (IMO 9316804)
SWEET LADY III is a Bulk Carrier built in 2006 and flying the Malta flag, placing it in its 20th year of service. The vessel reports a deadweight tonnage of 55,838 metric tonnes, a gross tonnage of 30,822, and a length overall of 191 metres. This size profile is typical for bulk carriers engaged in regional dry bulk transport. SWEET LADY III is classed by Nippon Kaiji Kyokai, which is an IACS member. The vessel has been observed in South Africa, West Africa, and the East Coast of South America. It has previously operated under two different names and two different flags. Over the last 36 months it has had 9 port state control (PSC) inspections and no detentions. The most recent inspection was on 20 March 2026.
- Type: Bulk Carrier
- Flag: Malta
- Year built: 2006
- MMSI: 248256000
- Call sign: 9HA2289
- Gross tonnage: 30822
- Deadweight: 55838 t
- Length overall: 191 m
- Beam: 32.26 m
- Home port: VALLETTA - 9316804
- Port State Control (PSC) inspections: 59 since 2006
- PSC detentions in the last 36 months: 0
- Last PSC inspection: 20/03/2026
- Registered owner: PARADISE SHIPPING (Greece)
- Ship manager · ISM manager: EASTERN MEDITERRANEAN MARITIME (Greece)
- Last AIS position: 54°2.9′N · 005°7.1′E · Speed 9.5 kn · under way · received 17 October 2026 at 21:13 UTC
- Destination: SKAW · ETA 19 October 2026 at 06:00 UTC (as broadcast by the vessel)
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Frequently asked questions
What are the dimensions of SWEET LADY III?
The vessel has a length overall of 191 metres and a beam of 32.26 metres. These dimensions support its operation as a bulk carrier with a 55,838 DWT capacity.
What is the engine power of SWEET LADY III?
The vessel is equipped with a main engine rated at 8,200 kW. This power output is used to drive the propulsion system for its bulk carrier operations.
How many inspections has the vessel undergone?
Over the last 36 months it has had 9 port state control (PSC) inspections and no detentions, with 17 deficiencies recorded. The most recent inspection was on 20 March 2026. All-time records show 59 inspections since 2006 and no detentions.
Which classification society manages SWEET LADY III?
The vessel is classed by Nippon Kaiji Kyokai, which is an IACS member. Its current classification status is listed as Withdrawn.
Where has SWEET LADY III been recently observed?
The vessel has been tracked in South Africa, West Africa, and the East Coast of South America. These regions represent its recent operational geographic areas.
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