OCEAN EXPRESS (IMO 9347085)
OCEAN EXPRESS is a General Cargo Ship built in 2008 and flying the Antigua and Barbuda flag, placing it in its 18th year of service. The vessel reports a deadweight tonnage of 4,309 metric tonnes and a gross tonnage of 3,172. At this capacity, it is configured for general cargo operations and regional trade. OCEAN EXPRESS is classed by Bureau Veritas, which is an IACS member. The vessel has been observed in the Middle America and Gulf of Mexico regions. It has previously operated under 8 different flag states and has been registered under 2 former names. Over the last 36 months it has had 3 port state control (PSC) inspections and no detentions. The most recent inspection was on 1 August 2025.
- Type: General Cargo Ship
- Flag: Antigua and Barbuda
- Year built: 2008
- MMSI: 304928000
- Call sign: V2RC9
- Gross tonnage: 3172
- Deadweight: 4309 t
- Length overall: 90 m
- Beam: 15 m
- Port State Control (PSC) inspections: 31 since 2008
- PSC detentions in the last 36 months: 0
- Last PSC inspection: 01/08/2025
- Registered owner: OCEAN EXPRESS UG (Germany)
- Ship manager: REEDEREI RASS GMBH & CO KG (Germany)
- ISM manager: RASS SCHIFFAHRT GMBH (Germany)
- Last AIS position: 26°4.4′N · 079°31.7′W · Speed 10.5 kn · under way · received 15 October 2026 at 02:24 UTC
- Destination: Providenciales (TC PLS) · ETA 17 October 2026 at 04:01 UTC (as broadcast by the vessel)
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Frequently asked questions
What is the vessel type and age of OCEAN EXPRESS?
OCEAN EXPRESS is a General Cargo Ship. It was built in 2008 and is currently in its 18th year of service.
What are the capacity specifications for OCEAN EXPRESS?
The vessel has a deadweight tonnage of 4,309 metric tonnes. Its gross tonnage is recorded at 3,172.
Which classification society manages OCEAN EXPRESS?
The vessel is classed by Bureau Veritas. This society is a recognized member of the International Association of Classification Societies (IACS).
Where has OCEAN EXPRESS been operating recently?
The vessel has been observed in the Middle America and Gulf of Mexico regions. These areas represent its most recent recorded geographic activity.
How many PSC inspections has the vessel undergone?
Over the last 36 months it has had 3 port state control (PSC) inspections and no detentions, with 2 deficiencies recorded. The most recent inspection was on 1 August 2025. All-time records show 31 inspections since 2008 and no detentions.
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