TRUE FRIEND (IMO 9550668)
TRUE FRIEND is a Bulk Carrier built in 2009 and flying the Barbados flag, placing it in its 17th year of service. The vessel reports a deadweight tonnage of 51,241 metric tonnes and a gross tonnage of 30,655. This vessel is configured for bulk cargo transport operations. TRUE FRIEND is classed by Nippon Kaiji Kyokai, which is an IACS member. The vessel has been observed in the Mediterranean Sea, West Africa, and North Europe over recent periods. It has previously operated under five different names and five different 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 10 February 2026.
- Type: Bulk Carrier
- Flag: Barbados
- Year built: 2009
- MMSI: 314001004
- Call sign: 8P2535
- Gross tonnage: 30655
- Deadweight: 51241 t
- Length overall: 183 m
- Beam: 32 m
- Port State Control (PSC) inspections: 62 since 2010
- PSC detentions in the last 36 months: 0
- Last PSC detention: 31/07/2015, Weihai (Tokyo MoU)
- Last PSC inspection: 10/02/2026
- Registered owner: FRIENDSHIP SHIPPING & TRADING (Greece)
- Ship manager: THREE JANUARY MARITIME LTD (Greece)
- ISM manager: HOPE & FAITH MARITIME LTD (Greece)
- Last AIS position: 20°36.6′S · 039°25.5′E · Speed 10.4 kn · under way · received 10 October 2026 at 01:36 UTC
- Destination: Luanda (AO LAD) · ETA 22 October 2026 at 19:33 UTC (as broadcast by the vessel)
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Frequently asked questions
What is the vessel type and age of TRUE FRIEND?
TRUE FRIEND is a Bulk Carrier built in 2009. It is currently in its 17th year of service.
What are the tonnage specifications for TRUE FRIEND?
The vessel has a deadweight tonnage of 51,241 metric tonnes. Its gross tonnage is recorded at 30,655.
Which classification society maintains TRUE FRIEND?
The vessel is classed by Nippon Kaiji Kyokai. This society is a member of the International Association of Classification Societies (IACS).
Where has TRUE FRIEND been operating recently?
The vessel has been observed in the Mediterranean Sea, West Africa, and North Europe. These regions represent its recent geographic trading areas.
How many PSC inspections has the vessel undergone?
Over the last 36 months it has had 6 port state control (PSC) inspections and no detentions, with 3 deficiencies recorded. The most recent inspection was on 10 February 2026. All-time records show 62 inspections since 2010 and 2 detentions. The most recent detention was on 31 July 2015.
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