AM PURPOSE (IMO 9455387)
AM PURPOSE 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 35,196, a gross tonnage of 22,358, and no length overall is specified. This vessel is configured for bulk cargo operations. AM PURPOSE 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 South Asia over recent periods. It has operated under four former names and four different flag states. Over the last 36 months it has had 15 port state control (PSC) inspections and 6 detentions. The most recent inspection was on 23 June 2026.
- Type: Bulk Carrier
- Flag: Marshall Islands
- Year built: 2011
- MMSI: 538011859
- Call sign: V7A3575
- Gross tonnage: 22358
- Deadweight: 35196 t
- Length overall: 180 m
- Beam: 28 m
- Port State Control (PSC) inspections: 70 since 2011
- PSC detentions in the last 36 months: 6
- Last PSC detention: 23/06/2026, Norfolk, Virginia. (US Coast Guard)
- Last PSC inspection: 23/06/2026
- Registered owner: AM PURPOSE LTD (India)
- Ship manager: ALPHARD MARITIME PVT LTD (India)
- ISM manager: SELANDIA SHIP MANAGEMENT-SNG
- Last AIS position: 33°51.7′S · 018°26.8′E · Speed 0.3 kn · at anchor · received 18 October 2026 at 13:56 UTC
- Destination: Cape Town (ZA CPT)
Frequently asked questions
What is the vessel type and age of AM PURPOSE?
AM PURPOSE is a Bulk Carrier built in 2011. It is currently in its 15th year of service.
What are the tonnage specifications for AM PURPOSE?
The vessel has a deadweight tonnage of 35,196. Its gross tonnage is recorded at 22,358.
Which classification society manages AM PURPOSE?
The vessel is classed by the American Bureau of Shipping. This society is a recognized member of the International Association of Classification Societies (IACS).
What is the PSC inspection history for this vessel?
Over the last 36 months it has had 15 port state control (PSC) inspections and 6 detentions; the deficiency count is reported for 14 of them. The most recent inspection was on 23 June 2026. All-time records show 70 inspections since 2011 and 10 detentions. The most recent detention was on 23 June 2026.
Where has AM PURPOSE been recently observed?
The vessel has been recorded in the Mediterranean Sea, West Africa, and South Asia. These regions represent its most recent geographic activity.
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