OCEAN BENEFIT (IMO 9843015)
OCEAN BENEFIT is a General Cargo Ship built in 2018 and flying the Panama flag, placing it in its 8th year of service. The vessel reports a deadweight tonnage of 14,034 metric tonnes and a gross tonnage of 9,992. This size and type suggest its utility in regional cargo transport and general logistics operations. OCEAN BENEFIT is classed by Nippon Kaiji Kyokai, which is an IACS member. The vessel has been observed in South Africa, East Africa, and the East Africa, South Africa region over recent periods. It has previously operated under two former names and one former flag. Over the last 36 months it has had 12 port state control (PSC) inspections and no detentions. The most recent inspection was on 23 March 2026.
- Type: General Cargo Ship
- Flag: Panama
- Year built: 2018
- MMSI: 357591000
- Call sign: 3FTV9
- Gross tonnage: 9992
- Deadweight: 14034 t
- Port State Control (PSC) inspections: 32 since 2018
- PSC detentions in the last 36 months: 0
- Last PSC inspection: 23/03/2026
- Registered owner · Ship manager: BLOOM SHIPPING NAVIGATION INC (Greece)
- ISM manager: VERTOM BEREEDERUNGS GMBH (Germany)
- Last AIS position: 24°44.0′S · 014°18.8′E · Speed 12.8 kn · under way · received 9 October 2026 at 23:25 UTC
- Destination: Pointe Noire (CG PNR) · ETA 14 October 2026 at 14:00 UTC (as broadcast by the vessel)
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Frequently asked questions
What is the vessel type and age of OCEAN BENEFIT?
OCEAN BENEFIT is a General Cargo Ship. It was built in 2018 and is currently in its 8th year of service.
What are the tonnage specifications for OCEAN BENEFIT?
The vessel has a deadweight tonnage of 14,034 metric tonnes. Its gross tonnage is recorded at 9,992.
Which classification society manages OCEAN BENEFIT?
The vessel is classed by Nippon Kaiji Kyokai. This society is a recognized member of the International Association of Classification Societies (IACS).
Where has OCEAN BENEFIT been recently observed?
The vessel has been observed in South Africa and East Africa. These observations include the East Africa, South Africa geographic region.
What is the PSC inspection history for OCEAN BENEFIT?
Over the last 36 months it has had 12 port state control (PSC) inspections and no detentions; the deficiency count is reported for 10 of them. The most recent inspection was on 23 March 2026. All-time records show 32 inspections since 2018 and no detentions.
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