BALSA 84 (IMO 9580259)
BALSA 84 is a General Cargo Ship built in 2011 and flying the Panama flag, placing it in its 15th year of service. The vessel reports a deadweight tonnage of 7,720 metric tonnes, a gross tonnage of 5,715, and a length overall of 107 metres. This size and type suggest its utility in regional cargo transport and short-sea shipping operations. BALSA 84 is classed by Nippon Kaiji Kyokai, which is an IACS member. The vessel has been observed in the South America West Coast, Middle America and Gulf of Mexico, and the North America East Coast. It has previously operated under one former name and one former flag. Over the last 36 months it has had 8 port state control (PSC) inspections and no detentions. The most recent inspection was on 18 September 2026.
- Type: General Cargo Ship
- Flag: Panama
- Year built: 2011
- MMSI: 357488000
- Call sign: 3EXE5
- Gross tonnage: 5715
- Deadweight: 7720 t
- Length overall: 107 m
- Beam: 19 m
- Port State Control (PSC) inspections: 47 since 2011
- PSC detentions in the last 36 months: 0
- Last PSC detention: 21/10/2015, Savannah, Georgia (US Coast Guard)
- Last PSC inspection: 18/09/2026
- Registered owner · Ship manager: CENTURY GATE SHIPPING PTE LTD (USA)
- ISM manager: H&J MARINE INC (Japan)
- Last AIS position: 36°56.3′N · 075°59.3′W · Speed 12.3 kn · under way · received 7 October 2026 at 03:48 UTC
- Destination: Norfolk (US ORF)
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Frequently asked questions
What is the vessel type and age of BALSA 84?
BALSA 84 is a General Cargo Ship built in 2011. It is currently in its 15th year of service.
What are the dimensions of BALSA 84?
The vessel has a length overall of 107 metres and a beam of 19 metres. These dimensions are consistent with its 7,720 DWT capacity.
Which classification society manages BALSA 84?
The vessel is classed by Nippon Kaiji Kyokai. This society is a member of the International Association of Classification Societies (IACS).
What is the PSC inspection history for this vessel?
Over the last 36 months it has had 8 port state control (PSC) inspections and no detentions; the deficiency count is reported for 5 of them. The most recent inspection was on 18 September 2026. All-time records show 47 inspections since 2011 and 1 detention. The most recent detention was on 21 October 2015.
Where has BALSA 84 been operating recently?
The vessel has been observed in the South America West Coast and the Gulf of Mexico. It has also been recorded near the North America East Coast.
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