CS BEST (IMO 9350989)
CS BEST is a Refrigerated Cargo Ship built in 2007 and flying the Singapore flag, placing it in its 19th year of service. The vessel reports a deadweight tonnage of 13,107 metric tonnes and a gross tonnage of 14,194. This vessel is configured for specialized refrigerated cargo transport. CS BEST is classed by Nippon Kaiji Kyokai, which is an IACS member. The vessel has been observed in East Asia, Australia and New Zealand, and the New Guinea Pacific regions. It has previously operated under two former names and two different flag states. Over the last 36 months it has had 15 port state control (PSC) inspections and 2 detentions. The most recent inspection was on 24 February 2026.
- Type: Refrigerated Cargo Ship
- Flag: Singapore
- Year built: 2007
- MMSI: 566006000
- Call sign: 9V9357
- Gross tonnage: 14194
- Deadweight: 13107 t
- Length overall: 162 m
- Beam: 26 m
- Port State Control (PSC) inspections: 56 since 2007
- PSC detentions in the last 36 months: 2
- Last PSC detention: 26/03/2025, Nelson (Tokyo MoU)
- Last PSC inspection: 24/02/2026
- Registered owner · Ship manager: GRACE OCEAN PTE LTD
- Last AIS position: 30°5.4′N · 121°57.2′E · Speed 0.0 kn · under way · received 11 October 2026 at 20:42 UTC
- Destination: Zhoushan (CN ZOS)
Frequently asked questions
What is the vessel type and age of CS BEST?
CS BEST is a Refrigerated Cargo Ship built in 2007. It is currently in its 19th year of service.
What are the tonnage specifications for CS BEST?
The vessel has a deadweight tonnage of 13,107 metric tonnes. Its gross tonnage is recorded at 14,194.
Which classification society manages CS BEST?
The vessel is classed by Nippon Kaiji Kyokai. This society is a member of the International Association of Classification Societies (IACS).
What is the PSC inspection history for this vessel?
Over the last 36 months it has had 15 port state control (PSC) inspections and 2 detentions; the deficiency count is reported for 13 of them. The most recent inspection was on 24 February 2026. All-time records show 56 inspections since 2007 and 2 detentions. The most recent detention was on 26 March 2025.
Where has CS BEST been operating recently?
The vessel has been observed in East Asia, Australia and New Zealand, and the New Guinea Pacific. It has also been recorded in the Middle America and Gulf of Mexico region.
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