BALSA 96 (IMO 9800879)
BALSA 96 is a General Cargo Ship built in 2019 and flying the Panama flag, placing it in its seventh year of service. The vessel reports a deadweight tonnage of 7,735 metric tonnes, a gross tonnage of 5,708, and a length overall of 106 metres. This size profile is typical for general cargo operations in regional coastal trades. BALSA 96 is classed by Nippon Kaiji Kyokai, which is an IACS member. The vessel has been observed in the Middle America and Gulf of Mexico, the North America East Coast, and the South America East Coast. It has previously operated under one former name and one former flag. Over the last 36 months it has had 8 port state control (PSC) inspections and no detentions. The most recent inspection was on 12 July 2026.
- Type: General Cargo Ship
- Flag: Panama
- Year built: 2019
- MMSI: 357357000
- Call sign: 3FBT
- Gross tonnage: 5708
- Deadweight: 7735 t
- Length overall: 106 m
- Beam: 19 m
- Port State Control (PSC) inspections: 18 since 2020
- PSC detentions in the last 36 months: 0
- Last PSC inspection: 12/07/2026
- Registered owner · Ship manager: CENTURY GATE SHIPPING PTE LTD (USA)
- ISM manager: H&J MARINE INC (Japan)
- Last AIS position: 17°10.8′N · 074°49.1′W · Speed 0.5 kn · under way · received 6 October 2026 at 14:11 UTC
- Destination: Georgetown (CA GEO) · ETA 11 October 2026 at 21:51 UTC (as broadcast by the vessel)
Frequently asked questions
What is the vessel type and age of BALSA 96?
BALSA 96 is a General Cargo Ship built in 2019. It is currently in its seventh year of service.
What are the dimensions of BALSA 96?
The vessel has a length overall of 106 metres and a beam of 19 metres. It carries a deadweight tonnage of 7,735 metric tonnes.
Which classification society manages BALSA 96?
The vessel is classed by Nippon Kaiji Kyokai. This society is a member of the International Association of Classification Societies (IACS).
Where has BALSA 96 been operating recently?
The vessel has been observed in the Middle America and Gulf of Mexico, the North America East Coast, and the South America East Coast. These regions represent its recent geographic activity.
What is the port-state control record for BALSA 96?
Over the last 36 months it has had 8 port state control (PSC) inspections and no detentions; the deficiency count is reported for 6 of them. The most recent inspection was on 12 July 2026. All-time records show 18 inspections since 2020 and no detentions.
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