SKY GATE (IMO 9445136)
SKY GATE is a Bulk Carrier built in 2008 and flying the San Marino flag, placing it in its 18th year of service. The vessel reports a deadweight tonnage of 28,397 metric tonnes and a gross tonnage of 16,960. At this size, the vessel is configured for smaller-scale bulk commodity transport. SKY GATE is classed by Nippon Kaiji Kyokai, which is an IACS member. The vessel has been observed in the Mediterranean Sea, West Africa, and South Asia over recent periods. It has operated under four former names and three previous flag states. Over the last 36 months it has had 15 port state control (PSC) inspections and no detentions. The most recent inspection was on 20 July 2026.
- Type: Bulk Carrier
- Flag: San Marino
- Year built: 2008
- MMSI: 268238201
- Call sign: T7XH
- Gross tonnage: 16960
- Deadweight: 28397 t
- Length overall: 169 m
- Beam: 27 m
- Port State Control (PSC) inspections: 79 since 2008
- PSC detentions in the last 36 months: 0
- Last PSC detention: 04/11/2017, Newcastle (Tokyo MoU)
- Last PSC inspection: 20/07/2026
- Registered owner · Ship manager: SKY GATE MARITIME CO (Marshall Islands)
- ISM manager: OCEANS GATE SHIPPING CO (Turkey)
- Last AIS position: 36°30.4′N · 000°31.2′W · Speed 10.5 kn · under way · received 13 October 2026 at 17:33 UTC
- Destination: Alexandria (EG ALY) · ETA 19 October 2026 at 16:00 UTC (as broadcast by the vessel)
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Frequently asked questions
What is the vessel type and age of SKY GATE?
SKY GATE is a Bulk Carrier built in 2008. It is currently in its 18th year of service.
What are the capacity specifications for SKY GATE?
The vessel has a deadweight tonnage of 28,397 metric tonnes. Its gross tonnage is recorded at 16,960.
Which classification society manages SKY GATE?
The vessel is classed by Nippon Kaiji Kyokai. This society is a member of the International Association of Classification Societies (IACS).
Where has SKY GATE been recently observed?
The vessel has been observed in the Mediterranean Sea, West Africa, and South Asia. These regions represent its most recent geographic activity.
How many PSC inspections has the vessel undergone?
Over the last 36 months it has had 15 port state control (PSC) inspections and no detentions, with 26 deficiencies recorded. The most recent inspection was on 20 July 2026. All-time records show 79 inspections since 2008 and 3 detentions. The most recent detention was on 4 November 2017.
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