THE GUARDIAN (IMO 9378395)
THE GUARDIAN is a Bulk Carrier built in 2007 and flying the Panama flag, placing it in its 19th year of service. The vessel reports a deadweight tonnage of 82,050 metric tonnes and a gross tonnage of 43,151. At this capacity, the vessel is configured for standard bulk commodity transport. THE GUARDIAN is classed by Nippon Kaiji Kyokai, which is an IACS member. The vessel has been observed in the South America East Coast, the Singapore Strait, and South East Asia. It has previously operated under three different flag states and two former names. Over the last 36 months it has had 7 port state control (PSC) inspections and 1 detention. The most recent inspection was on 27 July 2026.
- Type: Bulk Carrier
- Flag: Panama
- Year built: 2007
- MMSI: 351597000
- Call sign: 3EIM4
- Gross tonnage: 43151
- Deadweight: 82050 t
- Port State Control (PSC) inspections: 46 since 2008
- PSC detentions in the last 36 months: 1
- Last PSC detention: 31/10/2025, Taizhou, Jiangsu (Tokyo MoU)
- Last PSC inspection: 27/07/2026
- Registered owner: NEW AVANTI CORP (United Arab Emirates)
- Ship manager · ISM manager: OASIS SHIP MANAGEMENT FZCO (United Arab Emirates)
- Last AIS position: 1°13.9′N · 057°34.3′E · Speed 13.2 kn · under way · received 14 October 2026 at 06:29 UTC
- Destination: Richards Bay (ZA RCB) · ETA 22 October 2026 at 11:46 UTC (as broadcast by the vessel)
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Frequently asked questions
What is the vessel type and age of THE GUARDIAN?
THE GUARDIAN is a Bulk Carrier built in 2007. It is currently in its 19th year of service.
What are the tonnage specifications for THE GUARDIAN?
The vessel has a deadweight tonnage of 82,050 metric tonnes. Its gross tonnage is recorded at 43,151.
Which classification society maintains THE GUARDIAN?
The vessel is classed by Nippon Kaiji Kyokai. This society is a member of the International Association of Classification Societies (IACS).
Where has THE GUARDIAN been recently observed?
The vessel has been active in the South America East Coast and the Singapore Strait. It has also been observed operating within South East Asia.
What is the PSC inspection history for THE GUARDIAN?
Over the last 36 months it has had 7 port state control (PSC) inspections and 1 detention; the deficiency count is reported for 6 of them. The most recent inspection was on 27 July 2026. All-time records show 46 inspections since 2008 and 3 detentions. The most recent detention was on 31 October 2025.
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