SPAR CAPELLA (IMO 9490844)
SPAR CAPELLA 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 58,000 metric tonnes, a gross tonnage of 32,839, and a length overall of 189.99 metres. This size and configuration is typical for bulk carriers engaged in regional and international dry bulk trades. SPAR CAPELLA is classed by Bureau Veritas, which is a member of the International Association of Classification Societies (IACS). The vessel has been observed in North Europe, West Africa, and the South China Sea over recent periods. It has previously operated under one former name and one former flag. Over the last 36 months it has had 13 port state control (PSC) inspections and no detentions. The most recent inspection was on 13 May 2026.
- Type: Bulk Carrier
- Flag: Norway (NIS)
- Year built: 2011
- MMSI: 259545000
- Call sign: LAKA7
- Gross tonnage: 32839
- Deadweight: 58018 t
- Length overall: 189.99 m
- Beam: 32.26 m
- Home port: BERGEN
- Port State Control (PSC) inspections: 43 since 2011
- PSC detentions in the last 36 months: 0
- Last PSC inspection: 13/05/2026
- Registered owner · Ship manager: SPAR SHIPPING AS (Norway)
- ISM manager · DOC holder: SPAR-SYNERGY SHIP MANAGEMENT (India)
- Last AIS position: 34°44.9′N · 119°26.9′E · Speed 19.3 kn · under way · received 15 October 2026 at 08:40 UTC
- Destination: Lianyungang (LYG) (CN LYG)
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Frequently asked questions
What are the dimensions of SPAR CAPELLA?
The vessel has a length overall of 189.99 metres and a beam of 32.26 metres. It operates with a maximum draught of 12.95 metres.
Who is the classification society for SPAR CAPELLA?
The vessel is classed by Bureau Veritas, which is an IACS member. Its current class status is listed as Withdrawn.
What is the capacity of SPAR CAPELLA?
The vessel has a deadweight tonnage of 58,000 metric tonnes. Its gross tonnage is recorded at 32,839.
Where has SPAR CAPELLA been recently observed?
The vessel has been observed in North Europe, West Africa, and the South China Sea. It has also been recorded in the Malacca and Singapore Straits.
How many PSC inspections has the vessel undergone?
Over the last 36 months it has had 13 port state control (PSC) inspections and no detentions, with 14 deficiencies recorded. The most recent inspection was on 13 May 2026. All-time records show 43 inspections since 2011 and no detentions.
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