ROVA STONES (IMO 9387310)
ROVA STONES is a General Cargo Ship built in 2008 and flying the Antigua and Barbuda flag, placing it in its 18th year of service. The vessel reports a deadweight tonnage of 3,850 metric tonnes and a gross tonnage of 2,545. Given its specifications, it is configured for general cargo operations within smaller coastal or regional trade routes. ROVA STONES is classed by DNV, which is a member of the International Association of Classification Societies (IACS). The vessel has been observed in North Europe and West Europe over recent periods. It has previously operated under two different names and two different flags. Over the last 36 months it has had 4 port state control (PSC) inspections and no detentions. The most recent inspection was on 3 April 2026.
- Type: General Cargo Ship
- Flag: Antigua and Barbuda
- Year built: 2008
- MMSI: 305279000
- Call sign: V2DO3
- Gross tonnage: 2545
- Deadweight: 3850 t
- Length overall: 89 m
- Beam: 13 m
- Port State Control (PSC) inspections: 31 since 2008
- PSC detentions in the last 36 months: 0
- Last PSC detention: 02/06/2021, Rekefjord (Paris MoU)
- Last PSC inspection: 03/04/2026
- Registered owner · Ship manager: ROVA SHIPPING GMBH & CO KG (Germany)
- ISM manager · DOC holder: GERDES BEREEDERUNGS (Germany)
- Last AIS position: 53°10.7′N · 008°33.6′E · Speed 0.0 kn · moored · received 10 October 2026 at 06:21 UTC
- Destination: Motzen (DE MOZ)
Frequently asked questions
What is the vessel type and age of ROVA STONES?
ROVA STONES is a General Cargo Ship. It was built in 2008 and is currently in its 18th year of service.
What are the capacity specifications for ROVA STONES?
The vessel has a deadweight tonnage of 3,850 metric tonnes. Its gross tonnage is recorded at 2,545.
Which classification society is associated with this vessel?
The vessel is classed by DNV, which is an IACS member. The current classification status for the vessel is listed as Withdrawn.
How many port-state inspections has the vessel undergone?
Over the last 36 months it has had 4 port state control (PSC) inspections and no detentions, with 9 deficiencies recorded. The most recent inspection was on 3 April 2026. All-time records show 31 inspections since 2008 and 2 detentions. The most recent detention was on 2 June 2021.
What is the flag state and MoU status of ROVA STONES?
The vessel flies the flag of Antigua and Barbuda. It is currently in the white band for the Paris MoU and the grey band for the Tokyo MoU.
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