BALSA 89 (IMO 9616046)
BALSA 89 is a General Cargo Ship built in 2013 and flying the Panama flag, placing it in its 13th year of service. The vessel reports a deadweight tonnage of 7,760 metric tonnes, a gross tonnage of 5,698, and a length overall of 107 metres. This size and type suggest its utility in regional cargo transport operations. BALSA 89 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 6 port state control (PSC) inspections and no detentions. The most recent inspection was on 15 September 2026.
- Type: General Cargo Ship
- Flag: Panama
- Year built: 2013
- MMSI: 356963000
- Call sign: 3EWN6
- Gross tonnage: 5698
- Deadweight: 7760 t
- Length overall: 107 m
- Beam: 19 m
- Port State Control (PSC) inspections: 48 since 2013
- PSC detentions in the last 36 months: 0
- Last PSC inspection: 15/09/2026
- Registered owner · Ship manager: CENTURY GATE SHIPPING PTE LTD (USA)
- ISM manager: H&J MARINE INC (Japan)
- Last AIS position: 29°47.8′N · 090°0.5′W · Speed 12.9 kn · under way · received 10 October 2026 at 12:52 UTC
- Destination: Belize City (BZ BZE) · ETA 14 October 2026 at 06:00 UTC (as broadcast by the vessel)
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Frequently asked questions
What is the vessel type and age of BALSA 89?
BALSA 89 is a General Cargo Ship built in 2013. It is currently in its 13th year of service.
What are the dimensions of BALSA 89?
The vessel has a length overall of 107 metres and a beam of 19 metres. It maintains a gross tonnage of 5,698.
Which classification society manages BALSA 89?
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 6 port state control (PSC) inspections and no detentions; the deficiency count is reported for 5 of them. The most recent inspection was on 15 September 2026. All-time records show 48 inspections since 2013 and no detentions.
Where has BALSA 89 been operating recently?
The vessel has been observed in the South America West Coast and the North America East Coast. It has also been active in the Middle America and Gulf of Mexico regions.
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