CANAL (IMO 9573115)
CANAL is a Bulk Carrier built in 2012 and flying the Barbados flag, placing it in its 14th year of service. The vessel reports a deadweight tonnage of 179,147 metric tonnes, a gross tonnage of 93,166, and a length overall of 292 metres. This size and capacity are typical for large-scale bulk commodities transport. CANAL is classed by DNV. The vessel has been observed in the Malacca Strait, the South China Sea, and the South America East Coast over recent periods. It has previously operated under five different flag states and four former names. Over the last 36 months it has had 5 port state control (PSC) inspections and no detentions. The most recent inspection was on 6 March 2026.
- Type: Bulk Carrier
- Flag: Barbados
- Year built: 2012
- MMSI: 314896000
- Call sign: 8P2362
- Gross tonnage: 93166
- Deadweight: 179147 t
- Length overall: 292 m
- Beam: 45 m
- Home port: BRIDGETOWN - 734162
- Port State Control (PSC) inspections: 22 since 2012
- PSC detentions in the last 36 months: 0
- Last PSC inspection: 06/03/2026
- Registered owner: CANAL MARITIME & TRADING INC (Turkey)
- Ship manager · ISM manager: SPARK GEMI ISLETMECILIGI AS (Turkey)
- Last AIS position: 10°25.4′N · 111°42.5′E · Speed 9.9 kn · constrained by draught · received 10 October 2026 at 00:46 UTC
- Destination: Singapore (SG SIN)
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Frequently asked questions
What are the dimensions of CANAL?
The vessel has a length overall of 292 metres and a beam of 45 metres. These dimensions are consistent with large bulk carrier specifications.
What is the engine power of CANAL?
The main engine is rated at 18,660 kW. This power output supports the vessel's operations as a large bulk carrier.
How many inspections has the vessel undergone?
Over the last 36 months it has had 5 port state control (PSC) inspections and no detentions, with 12 deficiencies recorded. The most recent inspection was on 6 March 2026. All-time records show 22 inspections since 2012 and no detentions.
What is the flag and home port of CANAL?
The vessel currently flies the Barbados flag. Its registered home port is Bridgetown.
What is the classification status of CANAL?
The vessel is classed by DNV. Its current classification status is listed as Withdrawn.
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