SPAR HYDRA (IMO 9490806)
SPAR HYDRA is a Bulk Carrier built in 2011 and flying the Norway (NIS) flag, placing it in its 15th year of service. The vessel reports a deadweight tonnage of 58,018, a gross tonnage of 32,839, and a length overall of 189.99 metres. This size and specification are typical for bulk carriers engaged in regional and international dry bulk transport. SPAR HYDRA is classed by Bureau Veritas, which is an IACS member. The vessel has been observed in the Mediterranean Sea, North Europe, and West Europe, among other regions. It has previously operated under one former name and one former flag. Over the last 36 months it has had 8 port state control (PSC) inspections and no detentions. The most recent inspection was on 31 August 2026.
- Type: Bulk Carrier
- Flag: Norway (NIS)
- Year built: 2011
- MMSI: 259701000
- Call sign: LAKL7
- Gross tonnage: 32839
- Deadweight: 58018 t
- Length overall: 189.99 m
- Beam: 32.26 m
- Home port: BERGEN
- Port State Control (PSC) inspections: 45 since 2011
- PSC detentions in the last 36 months: 0
- Last PSC inspection: 31/08/2026
- Registered owner · Ship manager: SPAR SHIPPING AS (Norway)
- ISM manager · DOC holder: FLEET MANAGEMENT LTD-HKG (China)
- Last AIS position: 36°48.1′N · 034°39.0′E · Speed 0.0 kn · moored · received 11 October 2026 at 12:45 UTC
- Destination: Yesilovacik (TR YIK) · ETA 11 October 2026 at 23:00 UTC (as broadcast by the vessel)
Frequently asked questions
What are the dimensions of SPAR HYDRA?
The vessel has a length overall of 189.99 metres and a beam of 32.26 metres. It operates with a maximum draught of 12.973 metres.
Who is the classification society for SPAR HYDRA?
The vessel is classed by Bureau Veritas, which is an IACS member. Its current class status is listed as Withdrawn.
What is the cargo capacity of SPAR HYDRA?
The vessel has a deadweight tonnage of 58,018 metric tonnes. Its gross tonnage is recorded at 32,839.
How many inspections has the vessel undergone?
Over the last 36 months it has had 8 port state control (PSC) inspections and no detentions, with 1 deficiency recorded. The most recent inspection was on 31 August 2026. All-time records show 45 inspections since 2011 and no detentions.
Where has SPAR HYDRA been recently observed?
The vessel has been observed in several regions including the Mediterranean Sea, North Europe, and West Europe. It has also been active in East Asia and South Asia.
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