SARDES (IMO 9374387)
SARDES is a General Cargo Ship built in 2006 and flying the Panama flag, placing it in its 20th year of service. The vessel reports a deadweight tonnage of 6,424 metric tonnes and a gross tonnage of 5,232. This size and type suggest its utility in regional cargo transport and general freight operations. SARDES is classed by the Polish Register of Shipping, which is an IACS member. The vessel has been observed in the Mediterranean Sea, West Africa, and South Asia over recent periods. It has been registered under three former names and has operated under five different flag states. Over the last 36 months it has had 6 port state control (PSC) inspections and no detentions. The most recent inspection was on 9 March 2026.
- Type: General Cargo Ship
- Flag: Panama
- Year built: 2006
- MMSI: 352002326
- Call sign: 3E2260
- Gross tonnage: 5232
- Deadweight: 6424 t
- Port State Control (PSC) inspections: 39 since 2007
- PSC detentions in the last 36 months: 0
- Last PSC detention: 15/01/2007, Szczecin (Paris MoU)
- Last PSC inspection: 09/03/2026
- Registered owner: PATARA SHIPPING CORP (Turkey)
- Ship manager: GEMICILER DENIZCILIK NAKLIYAT (Turkey)
- ISM manager: KAMMER GEMI ISLETMECILIGI TIC (Turkey)
- Last AIS position: 27°51.6′N · 013°47.3′W · Speed 11.1 kn · under way · received 7 October 2026 at 11:07 UTC
- Destination: Conakry (GN CKY) · ETA 12 October 2026 at 12:00 UTC (as broadcast by the vessel)
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Frequently asked questions
What is the vessel type and age of SARDES?
SARDES is a General Cargo Ship built in 2006. It is currently in its 20th year of service.
What are the capacity specifications for SARDES?
The vessel has a deadweight tonnage of 6,424 metric tonnes. Its gross tonnage is recorded at 5,232.
Which classification society manages SARDES?
The vessel is classed by the Polish Register of Shipping. This society is a member of the International Association of Classification Societies (IACS).
Where has SARDES been recently observed?
The vessel has been seen operating in the Mediterranean Sea, West Africa, and South Asia. These regions represent its recent geographic activity.
What is the PSC inspection history for SARDES?
Over the last 36 months it has had 6 port state control (PSC) inspections and no detentions, with 11 deficiencies recorded. The most recent inspection was on 9 March 2026. All-time records show 39 inspections since 2007 and 1 detention. The most recent detention was on 15 January 2007.
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