FREE STATE (IMO 9386392)
FREE STATE is a Bulk Carrier built in 2008 and flying the Marshall Islands flag, placing it in its 18th year of service. The vessel reports a deadweight tonnage of 58,679, a gross tonnage of 32,379, and a length overall of 190 metres. This vessel is configured for bulk cargo operations within various global trade routes.
FREE STATE is classed by Nippon Kaiji Kyokai, which is an IACS member. The vessel has been observed in the Mediterranean Sea, West Europe, and the Middle America and Gulf of Mexico regions. It has previously operated under three different names and two former flag states. Over the last 36 months it has had 13 port state control (PSC) inspections and no detentions. The most recent inspection was on 18 June 2026.
- Type: Bulk Carrier
- Flag: Marshall Islands
- Year built: 2008
- MMSI: 538007004
- Call sign: V7KW9
- Gross tonnage: 32379
- Deadweight: 58679 t
- Length overall: 190 m
- Beam: 32 m
- Port State Control (PSC) inspections: 63 since 2009
- PSC detentions in the last 36 months: 0
- Last PSC detention: 09/08/2018, Novorossiisk (Black Sea MoU)
- Last PSC inspection: 18/06/2026
- Registered owner: FREE STATE SHIPPING CO (Greece)
- Ship manager · ISM manager: NEW HORIZON SHIPMANAGEMENT SA (Greece)
- Last AIS position: 4°5.3′S · 039°50.2′E · Speed 3.3 kn
- Destination: Mombasa (KE MBA) · ETA 2026-10-09T11:27:00.000Z
Frequently asked questions
What are the dimensions of FREE STATE?
The vessel has a length overall of 190 metres. It also features a beam width of 32 metres.
What is the cargo capacity of FREE STATE?
The vessel has a deadweight tonnage of 58,679 metric tonnes. Its gross tonnage is recorded at 32,379.
Which classification society manages FREE STATE?
The vessel is classed by Nippon Kaiji Kyokai. This society is a recognized member of the International Association of Classification Societies (IACS).
How many inspections has the vessel undergone recently?
Over the last 36 months it has had 13 port state control (PSC) inspections and no detentions; the deficiency count is reported for 11 of them. The most recent inspection was on 18 June 2026. All-time records show 63 inspections since 2009 and 1 detention. The most recent detention was on 9 August 2018.
What is the flag history of the vessel?
The vessel currently flies the Marshall Islands flag. Throughout its service history, it has operated under 2 different flag states.
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