BARRACUDA (IMO 9728198)
NORD POLARIS is a Bulk Carrier built in 2016 and flying the Panama flag, placing it in its 10th year of service. The vessel reports a deadweight tonnage of 81,791 metric tonnes, a gross tonnage of 43,016, and a length overall of 229 metres. This size and specification are typical for bulk carriers engaged in regional and international dry bulk trades. NORD POLARIS is classed by Nippon Kaiji Kyokai, which is an IACS member. The vessel has been observed in the Makassar Strait, the Malacca Strait, and the Singapore Strait over recent periods. It has previously operated under one former name and one former flag. Over the last 36 months it has had 11 port state control (PSC) inspections and 2 detentions. The most recent inspection was on 21 August 2026.
- Type: Bulk Carrier
- Flag: Liberia
- Year built: 2016
- MMSI: 636026626
- Call sign: A8AB8
- Gross tonnage: 43016
- Deadweight: 81791 t
- Length overall: 229 m
- Beam: 32 m
- Port State Control (PSC) inspections: 30 since 2016
- PSC detentions in the last 36 months: 2
- Last PSC detention: 22/04/2024, Fremantle (Indian Ocean MoU / Tokyo MoU)
- Last PSC inspection: 21/08/2026
- Registered owner: RIVER VALLEY LTD
- Ship manager · ISM manager: BLUMENTHAL ASIA PTE LTD
- Last AIS position: 31°25.3′S · 014°19.8′E · Speed 11.1 kn · under way · received 16 October 2026 at 11:08 UTC
- Destination: Port Dickson (MY PDI) · ETA 8 November 2026 at 04:00 UTC (as broadcast by the vessel)
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Frequently asked questions
What is the vessel type and age of NORD POLARIS?
NORD POLARIS is a Bulk Carrier built in 2016. It is currently in its 10th year of service.
What are the dimensions of NORD POLARIS?
The vessel has a length overall of 229 metres and a beam of 32 metres. It has a gross tonnage of 43,016.
Which classification society maintains NORD POLARIS?
The vessel is classed by Nippon Kaiji Kyokai. This society is a member of the International Association of Classification Societies (IACS).
Where has NORD POLARIS been recently observed?
The vessel has been observed in the Makassar Strait and the Malacca Strait. It has also been recorded in East Africa and South East Asia.
What is the PSC inspection history for NORD POLARIS?
Over the last 36 months it has had 11 port state control (PSC) inspections and 2 detentions; the deficiency count is reported for 10 of them. The most recent inspection was on 21 August 2026. All-time records show 30 inspections since 2016 and 2 detentions. The most recent detention was on 22 April 2024.
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