POLLUX (IMO 9379648)
POLLUX is a Bulk Carrier built in 2007 and flying the Liberia flag, placing it in its 19th year of service. The vessel reports a deadweight tonnage of 32,017 metric tonnes and a gross tonnage of 19,846. At this capacity, the vessel is configured for smaller-scale bulk commodity transport. POLLUX is classed by Nippon Kaiji Kyokai, which is an IACS member. The vessel has been observed in North Europe, West Africa, and the East Coast of South America. It has previously operated under five different flag states and one former name. Over the last 36 months it has had 5 port state control (PSC) inspections and no detentions. The most recent inspection was on 6 March 2026.
- Type: Bulk Carrier
- Flag: Liberia
- Year built: 2007
- MMSI: 636019890
- Call sign: D5BT5
- Gross tonnage: 19846
- Deadweight: 32017 t
- Port State Control (PSC) inspections: 50 since 2007
- PSC detentions in the last 36 months: 0
- Last PSC detention: 30/03/2023, Venezia (Paris MoU)
- Last PSC inspection: 06/03/2026
- Registered owner: FORMAT SHIPPING CO LTD (Germany)
- Ship manager: BLUMENTHAL JMK GMBH & CO KG (Germany)
- ISM manager: BLUMENTHAL ASIA PTE LTD
- Last AIS position: 4°0.9′S · 039°53.1′E · Speed 4.4 kn · under way · received 10 October 2026 at 04:22 UTC
- Destination: Mombasa (KE MBA)
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Frequently asked questions
What is the vessel type and age of POLLUX?
POLLUX is a Bulk Carrier built in 2007. It is currently in its 19th year of service.
What are the tonnage specifications for POLLUX?
The vessel has a deadweight tonnage of 32,017 metric tonnes. Its gross tonnage is recorded at 19,846.
Which classification society manages POLLUX?
The vessel is classed by Nippon Kaiji Kyokai. This society is a member of the International Association of Classification Societies (IACS).
Where has POLLUX been recently observed?
The vessel has been operating in North Europe, West Africa, and the East Coast of South America. These regions represent its most recent geographic activity.
What is the PSC inspection history for POLLUX?
Over the last 36 months it has had 5 port state control (PSC) inspections and no detentions, with no deficiencies recorded. The most recent inspection was on 6 March 2026. All-time records show 50 inspections since 2007 and 1 detention. The most recent detention was on 30 March 2023.
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