H7 SMB8 (IMO 9339442)
MESSINIAN SPIRE is a Bulk Carrier built in 2008 and flying the Bahamas flag, placing it in its 18th year of service. The vessel reports a deadweight tonnage of 56,056 metric tonnes, a gross tonnage of 31,258, and a length overall of 189.99 metres. This vessel is configured for bulk cargo operations within its specified capacity. MESSINIAN SPIRE is classed by Nippon Kaiji Kyokai, which is an IACS member. The vessel has been observed in South Asia, South Africa, and East Asia over recent periods. It has previously operated under two former names and two former flags. Over the last 36 months it has had 8 port state control (PSC) inspections and no detentions. The most recent inspection was on 13 May 2026.
- Type: Bulk Carrier
- Flag: San Marino
- Year built: 2008
- MMSI: 268260002
- Call sign: T7EN3
- Gross tonnage: 31258
- Deadweight: 56056 t
- Length overall: 189.99 m
- Beam: 32.26 m
- Home port: San Marino
- Port State Control (PSC) inspections: 43 since 2008
- PSC detentions in the last 36 months: 0
- Last PSC detention: 05/07/2022, Antwerp (Paris MoU)
- Last PSC inspection: 13/05/2026
- Registered owner: SILVER RIBBON OCEAN LTD (Turkey)
- Ship manager · DOC holder: DALGA KARGO TASIMACILIK (Turkey)
- Last AIS position: 25°45.8′N · 054°54.7′E · at anchor · received 11 October 2026 at 16:35 UTC
- Destination: UMMQASR
Frequently asked questions
What are the dimensions of MESSINIAN SPIRE?
The vessel has a length overall of 189.99 metres and a beam of 32.26 metres. It operates with a maximum draught of 12.55 metres.
Which shipyard built MESSINIAN SPIRE?
The vessel was built by Mitsui Engineering & Shipbuilding Co., Ltd. Tamano Works. It was completed in 2008 and is currently in its 18th year of service.
What is the cargo capacity of this vessel?
MESSINIAN SPIRE has a deadweight tonnage of 56,056 metric tonnes. Its gross tonnage is recorded at 31,258.
How many inspections has the vessel undergone?
Over the last 36 months it has had 8 port state control (PSC) inspections and no detentions, with 4 deficiencies recorded. The most recent inspection was on 13 May 2026. All-time records show 43 inspections since 2008 and 1 detention. The most recent detention was on 5 July 2022.
What is the classification of MESSINIAN SPIRE?
The vessel is classed by Nippon Kaiji Kyokai, an IACS member. Its current classification status is listed as Withdrawn.
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