BALSA 87 (IMO 9616022)
BALSA 87 is a General Cargo Ship built in 2012 and flying the Panama flag, placing it in its 14th year of service. The vessel reports a deadweight tonnage of 7,767 metric tonnes and a gross tonnage of 5,698. This capacity is typical for general cargo operations in regional coastal or short-sea trades. BALSA 87 is classed by Nippon Kaiji Kyokai, which is an IACS member. The vessel has been observed in the North America East Coast, the Gulf of Mexico, and Middle America over recent periods. It has previously operated under one former name and one former flag. Over the last 36 months it has had 9 port state control (PSC) inspections and no detentions. The most recent inspection was on 1 June 2026.
- Type: General Cargo Ship
- Flag: Panama
- Year built: 2012
- MMSI: 373662000
- Call sign: 3EWS
- Gross tonnage: 5698
- Deadweight: 7767 t
- Length overall: 107 m
- Beam: 19 m
- Port State Control (PSC) inspections: 49 since 2012
- PSC detentions in the last 36 months: 0
- Last PSC detention: 09/01/2013, Antofagasta (Tokyo MoU)
- Last PSC inspection: 01/06/2026
- Registered owner · Ship manager: GLOBAL GATE SHIPPING PTE LTD
- ISM manager: H&J MARINE INC (Japan)
- Last AIS position: 36°57.2′N · 076°22.5′W · Speed 0.1 kn · at anchor · received 13 October 2026 at 03:01 UTC
- Destination: Baltimore (US BAL)
Frequently asked questions
What is the vessel type and age of BALSA 87?
BALSA 87 is a General Cargo Ship built in 2012. It is currently in its 14th year of service.
What are the tonnage specifications for BALSA 87?
The vessel has a deadweight tonnage of 7,767 metric tonnes. Its gross tonnage is recorded at 5,698.
Which classification society covers BALSA 87?
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 9 port state control (PSC) inspections and no detentions; the deficiency count is reported for 8 of them. The most recent inspection was on 1 June 2026. All-time records show 49 inspections since 2012 and 1 detention. The most recent detention was on 9 January 2013.
Where has BALSA 87 been operating recently?
The vessel has been observed in the North America East Coast and the Gulf of Mexico. It has also been recorded in Middle America.
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