MARS (IMO 9661443)
MARS is an Oil Products Tanker built in 2013 and flying the Cyprus flag, placing it in its 13th year of service. The vessel reports a deadweight tonnage of 7,034 metric tonnes and a gross tonnage of 4,374. This size and type suggest it is configured for regional transport of refined petroleum products. MARS is classed by Bureau Veritas, which is a member of the International Association of Classification Societies (IACS). The vessel has been observed in the Mediterranean Sea, West Africa, and the Mediterranean Sea, West Africa region over recent periods. It has operated under three former names and three former flags. Over the last 36 months it has had 3 port state control (PSC) inspections and no detentions. The most recent inspection was on 1 September 2026.
- Type: Oil Products Tanker
- Flag: Cyprus
- Year built: 2013
- MMSI: 212891000
- Call sign: 5BUW6
- Gross tonnage: 4374
- Deadweight: 7034 t
- Length overall: 93 m
- Beam: 17 m
- Port State Control (PSC) inspections: 3 since 2025
- PSC detentions in the last 36 months: 0
- Last PSC inspection: 01/09/2026
- Registered owner: MARS SHIPPING LTD-CYP (Greece)
- Ship manager · ISM manager: MM MARINE INC (Greece)
- Last AIS position: 35°52.7′N · 005°33.8′W · Speed 0.0 kn · at anchor · received 13 October 2026 at 21:12 UTC
- Destination: Tanger Med (MA PTM)
Frequently asked questions
What is the vessel type and age of MARS?
MARS is an Oil Products Tanker built in 2013. It is currently in its 13th year of service.
What are the tonnage specifications for MARS?
The vessel has a deadweight tonnage of 7,034 metric tonnes. Its gross tonnage is recorded at 4,374.
Which classification society manages MARS?
The vessel is classed by Bureau Veritas, which is an IACS member. Its current classification status is listed as Delivered.
Where has MARS been recently observed?
The vessel has been observed in the Mediterranean Sea and West Africa. These regions represent its most recent geographic areas of operation.
How many PSC inspections has the vessel undergone?
Over the last 36 months it has had 3 port state control (PSC) inspections and no detentions, with 5 deficiencies recorded. The most recent inspection was on 1 September 2026. All-time records show 3 inspections since 2025 and no detentions.
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