OBSERVATOR (IMO 9553244)
OBSERVATOR is a Bulk Carrier built in 2012 and flying the Liberia flag, placing it in its 14th year of service. The vessel reports a deadweight tonnage of 56,624 metric tonnes, a gross tonnage of 32,987, and a length overall of 189 metres. This size profile is typical for bulk carriers engaged in regional or coastal distribution trades. OBSERVATOR is classed by Lloyd's Register, which is an IACS member. The vessel has been observed in Middle America and the Gulf of Mexico, the South America West Coast, and East and South East Asia. It has previously operated under one former name and one former flag. Over the last 36 months it has had 17 port state control (PSC) inspections and no detentions. The most recent inspection was on 14 August 2026.
- Type: Bulk Carrier
- Flag: Liberia
- Year built: 2012
- MMSI: 636015445
- Call sign: D5AT8
- Gross tonnage: 32987
- Deadweight: 56624 t
- Length overall: 189 m
- Beam: 33 m
- Port State Control (PSC) inspections: 50 since 2012
- PSC detentions in the last 36 months: 0
- Last PSC inspection: 14/08/2026
- Registered owner: MARITIME TRANSPORT ENTERPRISES (Greece)
- Ship manager · ISM manager: LEROS MANAGEMENT (Greece)
- Last AIS position: 8°34.5′N · 079°28.1′W · Speed 12.1 kn · under way · received 5 October 2026 at 02:51 UTC
- Destination: Cristóbal (PA CTB)
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Frequently asked questions
What is the vessel type and age of OBSERVATOR?
OBSERVATOR is a Bulk Carrier built in 2012. It is currently in its 14th year of service.
What are the dimensions of OBSERVATOR?
The vessel has a length overall of 189 metres and a beam of 33 metres. Its gross tonnage is recorded at 32,987.
Which classification society manages OBSERVATOR?
The vessel is classed by Lloyd's Register, which is an IACS member. Its current classification status is listed as Delivered.
What is the PSC inspection history for this vessel?
Over the last 36 months it has had 17 port state control (PSC) inspections and no detentions, with 38 deficiencies recorded. The most recent inspection was on 14 August 2026. All-time records show 50 inspections since 2012 and no detentions.
Where has OBSERVATOR been recently operating?
The vessel has been observed in Middle America and the Gulf of Mexico, the South America West Coast, and East and South East Asia. These regions represent its most recent geographic activity.
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