PROFESSOR KATSMAN (IMO 9368261)
PROFESSOR KATSMAN is a General Cargo Ship built in 2008 and flying the Russia flag, placing it in its 18th year of service. The vessel reports a deadweight tonnage of 5,465 metric tonnes and a gross tonnage of 4,970. This size and type suggest its suitability for regional cargo operations and coastal trades. The vessel is classed by the Russian Maritime Register of Shipping. It has been observed in the Mediterranean Sea and along the West African coast over recent periods. The vessel has operated under five former flags and has been known by one former name. Over the last 36 months it has had 4 port state control (PSC) inspections and no detentions. The most recent inspection was on 25 September 2025.
- Type: General Cargo Ship
- Flag: Russia
- Year built: 2008
- MMSI: 273355040
- Call sign: UBOG3
- Gross tonnage: 4970
- Deadweight: 5465 t
- Length overall: 128 m
- Beam: 16.74 m
- Home port: Bolshoy port of St.-Petersburg
- Port State Control (PSC) inspections: 31 since 2009
- PSC detentions in the last 36 months: 0
- Last PSC inspection: 25/09/2025
- Registered owner · Ship manager · ISM manager: VOLGA SHIPPING JOINT STOCK (Russia)
- Last AIS position: 46°15.3′N · 047°58.0′E · Speed 3.9 kn · received 6 October 2026 at 19:57 UTC
- Destination: To be nominated
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Frequently asked questions
What is the vessel type and age of PROFESSOR KATSMAN?
PROFESSOR KATSMAN is a General Cargo Ship built in 2008. It is currently in its 18th year of service.
What are the engine specifications for this vessel?
The vessel is powered by two Wartsila Finland Oy 6L 20 engines. These engines are identified as the 2*1140 Mark model.
What are the dimensions of PROFESSOR KATSMAN?
The vessel has a beam of 16.74 metres and a maximum draught of 4.34 metres. Its gross tonnage is recorded at 4,970.
How many inspections has the vessel undergone?
Over the last 36 months it has had 4 port state control (PSC) inspections and no detentions, with 14 deficiencies recorded. The most recent inspection was on 25 September 2025. All-time records show 31 inspections since 2009 and no detentions.
What is the flag and registry history of the vessel?
The vessel currently flies the Russia flag and is registered to the home port of Bolshoy port of St.-Petersburg. It has previously operated under five different flag states.
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