MDS ATHENA is a Bulk Carrier built in 2011 and flying the Marshall Islands flag, placing it in its 15th year of service. The vessel reports a deadweight tonnage of 36,472 metric tonnes and a gross tonnage of 23,456. This size and type suggest it is configured for regional bulk commodity transport. MDS ATHENA is classed by the American Bureau of Shipping, which is an IACS member. The vessel has been observed in the Mediterranean Sea, West Africa, and the South America West Coast over recent periods. It has previously operated under three different flags and two former names. Over the last 36 months it has had 9 port state control (PSC) inspections and 1 detention. The most recent inspection was on 28 February 2026.
MDS ATHENA is a Bulk Carrier built in 2011. It is currently in its 15th year of service.
The vessel has a deadweight tonnage of 36,472 metric tonnes. Its gross tonnage is recorded at 23,456.
The vessel is classed by the American Bureau of Shipping. This society is a recognized member of the International Association of Classification Societies (IACS).
The vessel has been active in the Mediterranean Sea and West Africa. It has also been recorded operating along the South America West Coast.
Over the last 36 months it has had 9 port state control (PSC) inspections and 1 detention; the deficiency count is reported for 8 of them. The most recent inspection was on 28 February 2026. All-time records show 58 inspections since 2011 and 2 detentions. The most recent detention was on 13 October 2025.
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