NEA IONIA (IMO 9425461)
NEA IONIA is a Bulk Carrier built in 2009 and flying the Liberia flag, placing it in its 17th year of service. The vessel reports a deadweight tonnage of 169,057 metric tonnes and a gross tonnage of 88,397, with a length overall of 288 metres. This vessel is configured for large-scale dry bulk operations. NEA IONIA is classed by Lloyd's Register, which is an IACS member. The vessel has been observed in East Asia, South East Asia, and the Australia and New Zealand regions. It has previously operated under three different names and five different flag states. Over the last 36 months it has had 2 port state control (PSC) inspections and no detentions. The most recent inspection was on 16 January 2026.
- Type: Bulk Carrier
- Flag: Liberia
- Year built: 2009
- MMSI: 636019036
- Call sign: A8QO8
- Gross tonnage: 88397
- Deadweight: 169057 t
- Length overall: 288 m
- Beam: 45 m
- Port State Control (PSC) inspections: 34 since 2009
- PSC detentions in the last 36 months: 0
- Last PSC detention: 26/09/2023, Port Walcott (Indian Ocean MoU / Tokyo MoU)
- Last PSC inspection: 16/01/2026
- Registered owner: FESTOS SHIPPING INC (Greece)
- Ship manager · ISM manager: MARMARAS NAVIGATION LTD (Greece)
- Last AIS position: 10°44.8′N · 109°49.2′E · Speed 9.6 kn · under way · received 15 October 2026 at 12:24 UTC
- Destination: Qingdao (CN QIN) · ETA 22 October 2026 at 19:00 UTC (as broadcast by the vessel)
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Frequently asked questions
What are the dimensions of NEA IONIA?
The vessel has a length overall of 288 metres and a beam of 45 metres. These dimensions are consistent with large-scale bulk carrier operations.
How many inspections has NEA IONIA undergone?
Over the last 36 months it has had 2 port state control (PSC) inspections and no detentions, with 7 deficiencies recorded. The most recent inspection was on 16 January 2026. All-time records show 34 inspections since 2009 and 1 detention. The most recent detention was on 26 September 2023.
What is the capacity of NEA IONIA?
The vessel reports a deadweight tonnage of 169,057 metric tonnes. Its gross tonnage is recorded at 88,397.
Which classification society is associated with NEA IONIA?
The vessel is classed by Lloyd's Register, which is an IACS member. The current class status for the vessel is listed as Withdrawn.
What is the flag history of NEA IONIA?
The vessel currently flies the Liberian flag. Throughout its service history, it has operated under 5 different flag states.
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