PONENTE is a Bulk Carrier built in 2006 and flying the Marshall Islands flag, placing it in its 20th year of service. The vessel reports a deadweight tonnage of 83,051 metric tonnes and a gross tonnage of 42,887. This size and type indicate its utility in global dry bulk commodity transport. PONENTE is classed by Nippon Kaiji Kyokai, which is an IACS member. The vessel has been observed in South America East Coast, South Africa, and South Asia over recent periods. It has operated under two former names and two former flags. Over the last 36 months it has had 4 port state control (PSC) inspections and no detentions. The most recent inspection was on 22 October 2025.
PONENTE is a Bulk Carrier built in 2006. It is currently in its 20th year of service.
The vessel has a deadweight tonnage of 83,051 metric tonnes. Its gross tonnage is recorded at 42,887.
The vessel is classed by Nippon Kaiji Kyokai. This society is a member of the International Association of Classification Societies (IACS).
Over the last 36 months it has had 4 port state control (PSC) inspections and no detentions, with 6 deficiencies recorded. The most recent inspection was on 22 October 2025. All-time records show 57 inspections since 2006 and 1 detention. The most recent detention was on 26 February 2010.
The vessel has been active in several regions including South Asia and South Africa. It has also been recorded in the South America East Coast area.
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