GARNET LEADER (IMO 9357327)
GARNET LEADER is a Vehicles Carrier built in 2008 and flying the Bahamas flag, placing it in its 18th year of service. The vessel has a deadweight tonnage of 21,020 metric tonnes, a gross tonnage of 57,692, and a length overall of 199.91 metres. This vessel is configured for the specialized transport of automotive cargo. GARNET LEADER is classed by DNV-GL (ex DNV), which is a member of the International Association of Classification Societies. The vessel has been observed in West Africa, South Africa, and East Asia over recent periods. It has operated under one former name and one former flag. Over the last 36 months it has had 11 port state control (PSC) inspections and no detentions. The most recent inspection was on 7 July 2026.
- Type: Vehicles Carrier
- Flag: Bahamas
- Year built: 2008
- MMSI: 309905000
- Call sign: C6WE4
- Gross tonnage: 57692
- Deadweight: 21020 t
- Length overall: 199.91 m
- Beam: 32.26 m
- Home port: NASSAU
- Port State Control (PSC) inspections: 52 since 2008
- PSC detentions in the last 36 months: 0
- Last PSC inspection: 07/07/2026
- Registered owner: GARNET MARITIME LTD-IOM (LB)
- Ship manager: RAY CAR CARRIERS LTD (LB)
- ISM manager · DOC holder: STAMCO SHIP MANAGEMENT CO LTD (Greece)
- Last AIS position: 1°44.5′S · 140°51.6′W · Speed 18.6 kn · under way · received 16 October 2026 at 06:13 UTC
- Destination: Kawasaki (JP KWS) · ETA 29 October 2026 at 19:45 UTC (as broadcast by the vessel)
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Frequently asked questions
What are the dimensions of GARNET LEADER?
The vessel has a length overall of 199.91 metres and a beam of 32.26 metres. It operates with a maximum draught of 10.018 metres.
What is the cargo capacity of GARNET LEADER?
The vessel has a deadweight tonnage of 21,020 metric tonnes. Its gross tonnage is recorded at 57,692.
Which classification society maintains GARNET LEADER?
The vessel is classed by DNV-GL (ex DNV), which is an IACS member. Its current class status is listed as Delivered.
Where has GARNET LEADER been recently observed?
The vessel has been observed in West Africa, South Africa, and East Asia. These regions represent its recent operational geographic areas.
How many PSC inspections has the vessel undergone?
Over the last 36 months it has had 11 port state control (PSC) inspections and no detentions; the deficiency count is reported for 10 of them. The most recent inspection was on 7 July 2026. All-time records show 52 inspections since 2008 and no detentions.
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