DESERT MOON (IMO 9543770)
DESERT MOON is a Bulk Carrier built in 2012 and flying the Marshall Islands flag, placing it in its 14th year of service. The vessel reports a deadweight tonnage of 57,467 metric tonnes and a gross tonnage of 33,631. This size profile is typical for bulk carriers engaged in regional dry bulk transport. DESERT MOON is classed by the American Bureau of Shipping, which is an IACS member. The vessel has been observed in the Middle America and Gulf of Mexico, West Africa, and the South America East Coast regions. It has previously operated under one former name and one former flag. Over the last 36 months it has had 10 port state control (PSC) inspections and no detentions. The most recent inspection was on 12 August 2026.
- Type: Bulk Carrier
- Flag: Marshall Islands
- Year built: 2012
- MMSI: 538004585
- Call sign: V7XW2
- Gross tonnage: 33631
- Deadweight: 57467 t
- Length overall: 193 m
- Beam: 32 m
- Port State Control (PSC) inspections: 58 since 2012
- PSC detentions in the last 36 months: 0
- Last PSC detention: 26/01/2015, Ningbo (Tokyo MoU)
- Last PSC inspection: 12/08/2026
- Registered owner: SEVILLE SHIPPING & INVESTEMENT (Greece)
- Ship manager · ISM manager: ATLANTIC BULK CARRIERS MGMT (Greece)
- Last AIS position: 23°58.6′S · 046°17.4′W · Speed 1.7 kn · under way · received 19 October 2026 at 02:08 UTC
- Destination: Santos (BR SSZ)
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Frequently asked questions
What is the vessel type and age of DESERT MOON?
DESERT MOON is a Bulk Carrier built in 2012. It is currently in its 14th year of service.
What are the capacity specifications for DESERT MOON?
The vessel has a deadweight tonnage of 57,467 metric tonnes. Its gross tonnage is recorded at 33,631.
Which classification society manages DESERT MOON?
The vessel is classed by the American Bureau of Shipping. This society is a recognized member of the International Association of Classification Societies (IACS).
Where has DESERT MOON been operating recently?
The vessel has been observed in West Africa and the South America East Coast. It has also been recorded in the Middle America and Gulf of Mexico region.
What is the PSC inspection history for DESERT MOON?
Over the last 36 months it has had 10 port state control (PSC) inspections and no detentions, with no deficiencies recorded. The most recent inspection was on 12 August 2026. All-time records show 58 inspections since 2012 and 1 detention. The most recent detention was on 26 January 2015.
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