BESTEKAR (IMO 9363508)
BESTEKAR is a General Cargo Ship built in 2006 and flying the Barbados flag, placing it in its 20th year of service. The vessel reports a deadweight tonnage of 6,399 metric tonnes and a gross tonnage of 5,232. This size and type suggest it is configured for versatile cargo operations in regional trades. BESTEKAR is classed by the Polish Register of Shipping, which is an IACS member. The vessel has been observed in the Mediterranean Sea, South Asia, and the Mediterranean Sea/South Asia region. It has previously operated under five different flags and has been known by three former names. Over the last 36 months it has had 5 port state control (PSC) inspections and 1 detention. The most recent inspection was on 20 October 2025.
- Type: General Cargo Ship
- Flag: Barbados
- Year built: 2006
- MMSI: 314764000
- Call sign: 8PPO1
- Gross tonnage: 5232
- Deadweight: 6399 t
- Port State Control (PSC) inspections: 43 since 2006
- PSC detentions in the last 36 months: 1
- Last PSC detention: 15/10/2023, Fos sur mer (Paris MoU)
- Last PSC inspection: 20/10/2025
- Registered owner: ANT SHIPPING CORP (Turkey)
- Ship manager: EL KENZ DENIZCILIK NAKLIYAT (Turkey)
- ISM manager: KAMMER GEMI ISLETMECILIGI TIC (Turkey)
- Last AIS position: 25°27.6′N · 055°13.3′E · Speed 0.2 kn · at anchor · received 12 October 2026 at 12:18 UTC
- Destination: Sharjah (AE SHJ)
Frequently asked questions
What is the vessel type and age of BESTEKAR?
BESTEKAR is a General Cargo Ship built in 2006. It is currently in its 20th year of service.
What are the tonnage specifications for BESTEKAR?
The vessel has a deadweight tonnage of 6,399 metric tonnes. Its gross tonnage is recorded at 5,232.
Which classification society maintains BESTEKAR?
The vessel is classed by the Polish Register of Shipping. This society is a recognized member of the International Association of Classification Societies (IACS).
Where has BESTEKAR been recently observed?
The vessel has been observed in the Mediterranean Sea and South Asia. These regions represent its most recent recorded geographic activity.
What is the port-state control record for BESTEKAR?
Over the last 36 months it has had 5 port state control (PSC) inspections and 1 detention, with 17 deficiencies recorded. The most recent inspection was on 20 October 2025. All-time records show 43 inspections since 2006 and 3 detentions. The most recent detention was on 15 October 2023.
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