VILLARS (IMO 9618812)
VILLARS is a Bulk Carrier built in 2011 and flying the Panama flag, placing it in its 15th year of service. The vessel reports a deadweight tonnage of 179,905 metric tonnes and a gross tonnage of 93,597. At this capacity, the vessel is configured for large-scale dry bulk commodity transport. China Classification Society, an IACS member, provides classification for the vessel. Recent maritime observations place the vessel in South Africa, Australia and New Zealand, and East Africa. It has previously operated under four different names and three different flags. Over the last 36 months it has had 3 port state control (PSC) inspections and no detentions. The most recent inspection was on 19 May 2026.
- Type: Bulk Carrier
- Flag: Panama
- Year built: 2011
- MMSI: 352002613
- Call sign: 3E4938
- Gross tonnage: 93597
- Deadweight: 179905 t
- Length overall: 292 m
- Beam: 45 m
- Port State Control (PSC) inspections: 27 since 2011
- PSC detentions in the last 36 months: 0
- Last PSC inspection: 19/05/2026
- Registered owner: ECOVETS MARITIME SA (Greece)
- Ship manager · ISM manager: LASKARIDIS MARITIME SA (Greece)
- Last AIS position: 18°57.9′N · 106°33.2′W · Speed 0.5 kn · under way · received 17 September 2026 at 07:59 UTC
- Destination: San Nicolas (PE SNX) · ETA 26 September 2026 at 18:30 UTC (as broadcast by the vessel)
Frequently asked questions
VILLARS is a Bulk Carrier built in 2011. It is currently in its 15th year of service.
VILLARS is a Bulk Carrier built in 2011. It is currently in its 15th year of service.
What are the capacity specifications for VILLARS?
The vessel has a deadweight tonnage of 179,905 metric tonnes. Its gross tonnage is recorded at 93,597.
Which classification society manages VILLARS?
The vessel is classed by China Classification Society. This society is a recognized 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 3 port state control (PSC) inspections and no detentions, with 6 deficiencies recorded. The most recent inspection was on 19 May 2026. All-time records show 27 inspections since 2011 and no detentions.
Where has VILLARS been recently observed?
The vessel has been observed in South Africa, Australia and New Zealand, and East Africa. These regions represent its most recent recorded geographic activity.
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