PETRA (IMO 9597630)
PETRA is a General Cargo Ship built in 2011 and flying the Marshall Islands flag, placing it in its 15th year of service. The vessel reports a deadweight tonnage of 33,688 metric tonnes and a gross tonnage of 21,192. This capacity is typical for general cargo vessels engaged in regional or short-sea distribution. PETRA is classed by Nippon Kaiji Kyokai, which is an IACS member. The vessel has been observed in West Europe, the North America West Coast, and the Middle America and Gulf of Mexico regions. It has previously operated under three different flags and two former names. Over the last 36 months it has had 11 port state control (PSC) inspections and no detentions. The most recent inspection was on 16 July 2026.
- Type: General Cargo Ship
- Flag: Marshall Islands
- Year built: 2011
- MMSI: 538008969
- Call sign: V7A2958
- Gross tonnage: 21192
- Deadweight: 33688 t
- Port State Control (PSC) inspections: 56 since 2011
- PSC detentions in the last 36 months: 0
- Last PSC inspection: 16/07/2026
- Registered owner: MADISON SHIPPING LTD (Greece)
- Ship manager · ISM manager: DALEX SHIPPING CO SA (Greece)
- Last AIS position: 18°25.4′N · 070°1.2′W · Speed 0.0 kn · moored · received 14 October 2026 at 08:04 UTC
- Destination: Rio Haina (DO HAI)
Frequently asked questions
What is the vessel type and age of PETRA?
PETRA is a General Cargo Ship built in 2011. It is currently in its 15th year of service.
What are the tonnage specifications for PETRA?
The vessel has a deadweight tonnage of 33,688 metric tonnes. Its gross tonnage is recorded at 21,192.
Which classification society maintains PETRA?
The vessel is classed by Nippon Kaiji Kyokai. This society is a member of the International Association of Classification Societies (IACS).
Where has PETRA been recently observed?
The vessel has been active in West Europe and the North America West Coast. It has also been recorded in the Middle America and Gulf of Mexico region.
What is the PSC inspection history for PETRA?
Over the last 36 months it has had 11 port state control (PSC) inspections and no detentions; the deficiency count is reported for 9 of them. The most recent inspection was on 16 July 2026. All-time records show 56 inspections since 2011 and no detentions.
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