ROVA (IMO 9400162)
ROVA is a General Cargo Ship built in 2008 and flying the Gibraltar flag, placing it in its 18th year of service. The vessel has a deadweight tonnage of 5,137 metric tonnes, a gross tonnage of 3,778, and a length overall of 99.8 metres. This size and configuration is typical for multi-purpose cargo operations. ROVA is classed by DNV, which is a member of the International Association of Classification Societies (IACS). The vessel has been observed in the Mediterranean Sea and South Asia over recent periods. It has previously operated under three different flags and has been known by two former names. Over the last 36 months it has had 5 port state control (PSC) inspections and 1 detention. The most recent inspection was on 29 July 2026.
- Type: General Cargo Ship
- Flag: Gibraltar
- Year built: 2008
- MMSI: 236749000
- Call sign: ZDSQ7
- Gross tonnage: 3778
- Deadweight: 5137 t
- Length overall: 99.8 m
- Beam: 14 m
- Home port: Gibraltar
- Port State Control (PSC) inspections: 26 since 2009
- PSC detentions in the last 36 months: 1
- Last PSC detention: 29/07/2026, Limassol (Mediterranean MoU / Paris MoU)
- Last PSC inspection: 29/07/2026
- Registered owner: BLACKSTONE MARITIME LLC (Cyprus)
- Ship manager · ISM manager: BKD LOGISTICS LTD (Cyprus)
- Last AIS position: 34°40.2′N · 033°3.4′E · Speed 0.1 kn · at anchor · received 15 October 2026 at 13:41 UTC
- Destination: Limassol (CY LMS) · ETA 19 March 2027 at 12:00 UTC (as broadcast by the vessel)
Frequently asked questions
What are the dimensions of ROVA?
The vessel has a length overall of 99.8 metres and a beam of 14 metres. It operates with a maximum draught of 6.525 metres.
What is the cargo capacity of ROVA?
ROVA has a deadweight tonnage of 5,137 metric tonnes. Its gross tonnage is recorded at 3,778.
Which classification society manages ROVA?
The vessel is classed by DNV, which is an IACS member. Its current class notation is Multi-purpose dry cargo ship BIS Container E0 LCS Strengthened(IB).
What is the PSC inspection history for ROVA?
Over the last 36 months it has had 5 port state control (PSC) inspections and 1 detention, with 10 deficiencies recorded. The most recent inspection was on 29 July 2026. All-time records show 26 inspections since 2009 and 1 detention. The most recent detention was on 29 July 2026.
Where has ROVA been operating recently?
The vessel has been observed in the Mediterranean Sea and South Asia. These regions represent its most recent recorded geographic areas of operation.
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