PABELA (IMO 9468126)

PABELA is a Bulk Carrier built in 2011 and flying the Liberia flag, placing it in its 15th year of service. The vessel reports a deadweight tonnage of 55,389 metric tonnes and a gross tonnage of 31,617. This size and type suggest it is configured for regional bulk commodity transport. Nippon Kaiji Kyokai (IACS) is the classification society for the vessel, which currently holds a status of Withdrawn. Recent geographic observations place the vessel in East Asia, the Indian Ocean, and the Malacca Strait. It has previously operated under four 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 18 December 2025.

Frequently asked questions

What is the vessel type and age of PABELA?

PABELA is a Bulk Carrier built in 2011. It is currently in its 15th year of service.

What are the tonnage specifications for PABELA?

The vessel has a deadweight tonnage of 55,389 metric tonnes. Its gross tonnage is recorded at 31,617.

Which classification society is associated with PABELA?

The vessel is classed by Nippon Kaiji Kyokai, which is an IACS member. The current classification status for this vessel is Withdrawn.

Where has PABELA been recently observed?

The vessel has been observed in the Indian Ocean and the Malacca Strait. It has also been recorded operating within East Asia and the Java Sea.

What is the port-state control history of PABELA?

Over the last 36 months it has had 9 port state control (PSC) inspections and 1 detention, with 18 deficiencies recorded. The most recent inspection was on 18 December 2025. All-time records show 53 inspections since 2011 and 1 detention. The most recent detention was on 16 December 2025.

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