LC PORTHOS (IMO 9458779)
LC PORTHOS is a Bulk Carrier built in 2010 and flying the Liberia flag, placing it in its 16th year of service. The vessel reports a deadweight tonnage of 93,252 metric tonnes and a gross tonnage of 51,130. This size and type suggest it is configured for significant dry bulk commodity transport. LC PORTHOS is classed by Registro Italiano Navale, which is an IACS member. The vessel has been observed in North Europe, East Asia, and West Africa over recent periods. It has previously operated under three different names and two 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 23 December 2025.
- Type: Bulk Carrier
- Flag: Liberia
- Year built: 2010
- MMSI: 636022416
- Call sign: 5LIR4
- Gross tonnage: 51130
- Deadweight: 93252 t
- Beam: 38 m
- Home port: MONROVIA -
- Port State Control (PSC) inspections: 30 since 2010
- PSC detentions in the last 36 months: 0
- Last PSC detention: 03/12/2013, Newcastle (Indian Ocean MoU / Tokyo MoU)
- Last PSC inspection: 23/12/2025
- Registered owner: ELSI SHIPPING 5 LTD (United Arab Emirates)
- Ship manager · ISM manager: RAPAX SHIP MANAGEMENT LLC (United Arab Emirates)
- Last AIS position: 7°37.6′S · 059°27.8′E · Speed 12.8 kn · under way · received 13 October 2026 at 15:52 UTC
- Destination: Richards Bay (ZA RCB) · ETA 20 October 2026 at 22:06 UTC (as broadcast by the vessel)
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Frequently asked questions
What is the vessel type and age of LC PORTHOS?
LC PORTHOS is a Bulk Carrier built in 2010. It is currently in its 16th year of service.
What are the capacity specifications for LC PORTHOS?
The vessel has a deadweight tonnage of 93,252 metric tonnes. Its gross tonnage is recorded at 51,130.
Which classification society manages LC PORTHOS?
The vessel is classed by Registro Italiano Navale. This society is a recognized member of the International Association of Classification Societies (IACS).
What is the engine power of LC PORTHOS?
The main engine of the vessel is rated at 12,240 kW. This power output supports its operations as a bulk carrier.
How many PSC inspections has the vessel undergone?
Over the last 36 months it has had 3 port state control (PSC) inspections and no detentions, with 5 deficiencies recorded. The most recent inspection was on 23 December 2025. All-time records show 30 inspections since 2010 and 1 detention. The most recent detention was on 3 December 2013.
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