BENIGANE (IMO 9455600)
BENIGANE is a General Cargo Ship built in 2008 and flying the Palau (Republic of) flag, placing it in its 18th year of service. The vessel reports a deadweight tonnage of 11,981 metric tonnes, a gross tonnage of 8,963, and a length overall of 130 metres. This size profile is typical for general cargo operations in regional coastal or short-sea trades. BENIGANE is classed by the Korean Register, which is an IACS member. The vessel has been observed in the Mediterranean Sea over recent periods. It has previously operated under two former names and three different flag states. Over the last 36 months it has had 3 port state control (PSC) inspections and no detentions. The most recent inspection was on 9 April 2026.
- Type: General Cargo Ship
- Flag: Palau (Republic of)
- Year built: 2008
- MMSI: 511100389
- Call sign: T8A3527
- Gross tonnage: 8963
- Deadweight: 11981 t
- Length overall: 130 m
- Beam: 20 m
- Home port: MALAKAL HARBOUR
- Port State Control (PSC) inspections: 34 since 2009
- PSC detentions in the last 36 months: 0
- Last PSC detention: 02/12/2021, Ashdod (Mediterranean MoU)
- Last PSC inspection: 09/04/2026
- Registered owner: PACIFIC SHIPPING & TRADING-MAI (Turkey)
- Ship manager · ISM manager: ARAS GEMICILIK KIRALAMA (Turkey)
- Technical manager: Aras Gemicilik Kiralama Hizmetleri Ltd Sti
- Last AIS position: 31°35.8′N · 031°45.0′E · Speed 11.3 kn · under way · received 15 October 2026 at 19:22 UTC
- Destination: Dumyat (Damietta) (EG DAM)
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Frequently asked questions
What is the vessel type and age of BENIGANE?
BENIGANE is a General Cargo Ship built in 2008. It is currently in its 18th year of service.
What are the dimensions of BENIGANE?
The vessel has a length overall of 130 metres and a beam of 20 metres. It carries a deadweight tonnage of 11,981 metric tonnes.
Which classification society maintains BENIGANE?
The vessel is classed by the Korean Register, which is an IACS member. Its current class status is listed as Reinstated.
What is the PSC inspection history for this vessel?
Over the last 36 months it has had 3 port state control (PSC) inspections and no detentions, with 14 deficiencies recorded. The most recent inspection was on 9 April 2026. All-time records show 34 inspections since 2009 and 1 detention. The most recent detention was on 2 December 2021.
Where has BENIGANE been recently observed?
The vessel has been observed in the Mediterranean Sea. It currently flies the flag of Palau (Republic of).
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