ANKA BLUE (IMO 9317808)
ANKA BLUE is a General Cargo Ship built in 2005 and flying the Barbados flag, placing it in its 21st year of service. The vessel reports a deadweight tonnage of 7,763 metric tonnes, a gross tonnage of 5,057, and a length overall of 120 metres. This size profile is typical for general cargo operations in regional coastal and short-sea trades. ANKA BLUE is classed by Registro Italiano Navale, which is an IACS member. The vessel has been observed in the Mediterranean Sea and South Asia over recent periods. It has a history of operating under 6 different flags and has been known by 9 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 15 April 2026.
- Type: General Cargo Ship
- Flag: Barbados
- Year built: 2005
- MMSI: 314848000
- Call sign: 8PYO5
- Gross tonnage: 5057
- Deadweight: 7763 t
- Length overall: 120 m
- Beam: 15.2 m
- Home port: BRIDGETOWN - 734113
- Port State Control (PSC) inspections: 48 since 2005
- PSC detentions in the last 36 months: 0
- Last PSC inspection: 15/04/2026
- Registered owner · Ship manager: ANKA BLUE SHIPPING INC (Marshall Islands)
- ISM manager: H KALKAVAN DENIZCILIK (Turkey)
- Last AIS position: 36°41.8′N · 036°11.5′E · Speed 0.3 kn · under way · received 15 October 2026 at 12:02 UTC
- Destination: Iskenderun (ISK) (TR ISK)
Frequently asked questions
What are the dimensions of ANKA BLUE?
The vessel has a length overall of 120 metres and a beam of 15.2 metres. These dimensions support its role as a general cargo ship.
What is the engine power of ANKA BLUE?
The main engine provides a power output of 3,840 kW. This capacity is utilized for its general cargo operations.
How many inspections has the vessel undergone?
Over the last 36 months it has had 10 port state control (PSC) inspections and no detentions, with 15 deficiencies recorded. The most recent inspection was on 15 April 2026. All-time records show 48 inspections since 2005 and no detentions.
What is the vessel's flag and MoU status?
The vessel currently flies the Barbados flag. It is categorized in the white band for the Paris MoU and the grey band for the Tokyo MoU.
How many former names has ANKA BLUE had?
The vessel has been registered under 9 former names throughout its service life. It has also operated under 6 different flags previously.
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