SPAR URSA (IMO 9490856)
SPAR URSA 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 57,970 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 cargo transport. SPAR URSA is classed by Bureau Veritas, which is an IACS member. The vessel has been observed in the Malacca Strait, Singapore Strait, East Asia, and East Africa over recent periods. It has previously operated under one former name and two former flag states. Over the last 36 months it has had 6 port state control (PSC) inspections and no detentions. The most recent inspection was on 1 June 2026.
- Type: Bulk Carrier
- Flag: Norway (NIS)
- Year built: 2011
- MMSI: 259794000
- Call sign: LALC7
- Gross tonnage: 32839
- Deadweight: 57970 t
- Length overall: 189.99 m
- Beam: 32.26 m
- Home port: BERGEN
- Port State Control (PSC) inspections: 47 since 2011
- PSC detentions in the last 36 months: 0
- Last PSC inspection: 01/06/2026
- Registered owner · Ship manager: SPAR SHIPPING AS (Norway)
- ISM manager · DOC holder: FLEET MANAGEMENT LTD-HKG (China)
- Last AIS position: 31°10.2′N · 029°51.5′E · Speed 5.8 kn · under way · received 12 October 2026 at 22:15 UTC
- Destination: Alexandria (EG ALY)
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Frequently asked questions
What are the dimensions of SPAR URSA?
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.
What is the capacity of SPAR URSA?
The vessel has a deadweight tonnage of 57,970 metric tonnes. Its gross tonnage is recorded at 32,839.
Who is the classification society for SPAR URSA?
The vessel is classed by Bureau Veritas, which is an IACS member. The current class status is listed as Withdrawn.
Where has SPAR URSA been recently observed?
The vessel has been observed in the Malacca Strait and Singapore Strait. It has also been recorded in East Asia, South East Asia, and East Africa.
How many inspections has SPAR URSA undergone?
Over the last 36 months it has had 6 port state control (PSC) inspections and no detentions, with 1 deficiency recorded. The most recent inspection was on 1 June 2026. All-time records show 47 inspections since 2011 and no detentions.
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