GRACE SPARKES (IMO 9578153)
GRACE SPARKES is a Passenger/Ro-Ro Ship (vehicles) built in 2011 and flying the Canada flag, placing it in its 15th year of service. The vessel reports a deadweight tonnage of 175 metric tonnes and a gross tonnage of 939. This vessel is configured for vehicle transport and passenger service within its specific trade context. GRACE SPARKES is classed by Lloyd's Register, which is a member of the International Association of Classification Societies (IACS). The vessel has been observed in the North America East Coast region. It has previously operated under one former name and one former flag state. No port state control (PSC) inspection records are on file for this vessel.
- Type: Passenger/Ro-Ro Ship (vehicles)
- Flag: Canada
- Year built: 2011
- MMSI: 316018994
- Call sign: VXMS
- Gross tonnage: 939
- Deadweight: 175 t
- Registered owner · Ship manager · ISM manager: NEWFOUNDLAND & LABRADOR (Canada)
- Last AIS position: 48°42.9′N · 053°47.2′W · Speed 2.3 kn · under way · received 29 September 2026 at 17:11 UTC
- Destination: To be nominated · ETA 18 December 2026 at 19:30 UTC (as broadcast by the vessel)
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Frequently asked questions
What is the vessel type of GRACE SPARKES?
GRACE SPARKES is a Passenger/Ro-Ro Ship (vehicles). It was built in 2011 and is currently in its 15th year of service.
What are the tonnage specifications for GRACE SPARKES?
The vessel has a gross tonnage of 939. It also reports a deadweight tonnage of 175 metric tonnes.
Which classification society manages GRACE SPARKES?
The vessel is classed by Lloyd's Register. This society is a member of the International Association of Classification Societies (IACS).
Where has GRACE SPARKES been operating recently?
The vessel has been observed in the North America East Coast region. This is the primary geographic area noted in its recent records.
How many inspections has the vessel undergone?
No port state control (PSC) inspection records are on file for this vessel.
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