NIKLAS is a General Cargo Ship built in 2010 and flying the Antigua and Barbuda flag, placing it in its 16th year of service. The vessel has a deadweight tonnage of 3,756 metric tonnes, a gross tonnage of 2,452, and a length overall of 87.83 metres. This configuration is typical for multi-purpose cargo operations in regional coastal trades. NIKLAS is classed by DNV, which is a member of the International Association of Classification Societies (IACS). The vessel has been observed in the Mediterranean Sea and West Europe over recent periods. It has operated under three former names and three different flag states. Over the last 36 months it has had 5 port state control (PSC) inspections and no detentions. The most recent inspection was on 8 April 2026.
The vessel has a length overall of 87.83 metres and a beam of 12.8 metres. It operates with a maximum draught of 5.593 metres.
The vessel has a deadweight tonnage of 3,756 metric tonnes. Its gross tonnage is recorded at 2,452.
NIKLAS is classed by DNV, which is an IACS member. The current classification status for the vessel is Reinstated.
Over the last 36 months it has had 5 port state control (PSC) inspections and no detentions, with 28 deficiencies recorded. The most recent inspection was on 8 April 2026. All-time records show 26 inspections since 2010 and 1 detention. The most recent detention was on 8 July 2015.
The vessel has been observed in the Mediterranean Sea and West Europe. These regions represent its most recent recorded geographic areas of operation.
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