GLOBAL ARSENAL (IMO 9363302)
GLOBAL ARSENAL is a General Cargo Ship built in 2008 and flying the Barbados flag, placing it in its 18th year of service. The vessel reports a deadweight tonnage of 32,313 metric tonnes, a gross tonnage of 20,236, and a length overall of 177 metres. This size and type suggest its utility in regional cargo transport and general freight operations. GLOBAL ARSENAL is classed by Nippon Kaiji Kyokai, which is an IACS member. The vessel has been observed in the Mediterranean Sea, West Europe, and along the East Coast of South America and West Africa. It has previously operated under two different names and two different flags. Over the last 36 months it has had 8 port state control (PSC) inspections and no detentions. The most recent inspection was on 6 July 2026.
- Type: General Cargo Ship
- Flag: Barbados
- Year built: 2008
- MMSI: 314862000
- Call sign: 8PAB2
- Gross tonnage: 20236
- Deadweight: 32313 t
- Length overall: 177 m
- Beam: 29 m
- Port State Control (PSC) inspections: 36 since 2009
- PSC detentions in the last 36 months: 0
- Last PSC inspection: 06/07/2026
- Registered owner: GLOBAL ARSENAL CO LTD (Romania)
- Ship manager · ISM manager: AB BULKERS GROUP LTD (Romania)
- Last AIS position: 41°9.2′N · 016°53.2′E · Speed 11.9 kn · at anchor · received 6 October 2026 at 17:08 UTC
- Destination: Bari (IT BRI)
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Frequently asked questions
What is the vessel type and age of GLOBAL ARSENAL?
GLOBAL ARSENAL is a General Cargo Ship built in 2008. It is currently in its 18th year of service.
What are the dimensions of GLOBAL ARSENAL?
The vessel has a length overall of 177 metres and a beam of 29 metres. It carries a deadweight tonnage of 32,313 metric tonnes.
Which classification society manages GLOBAL ARSENAL?
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 8 port state control (PSC) inspections and no detentions, with 14 deficiencies recorded. The most recent inspection was on 6 July 2026. All-time records show 36 inspections since 2009 and no detentions.
Where has GLOBAL ARSENAL been recently observed?
The vessel has been active in the Mediterranean Sea and West Europe. It has also been observed near the East Coast of South America and West Africa.
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