NIGHTSKY (IMO 9847243)
NIGHTSKY is a Bulk Carrier built in 2019 and flying the Bahamas flag, placing it in its 7th year of service. The vessel reports a deadweight tonnage of 183,017 metric tonnes and a gross tonnage of 93,458. Given its deadweight capacity, it is configured for significant dry bulk commodity transport. NIGHTSKY is classed by Nippon Kaiji Kyokai, which is an IACS member. The vessel has been observed in the Malacca Strait, the South China Sea, and the waters around Australia and New Zealand. It has previously operated under one former name and one former flag. Over the last 36 months it has had 17 port state control (PSC) inspections and 1 detention. The most recent inspection was on 14 September 2026.
- Type: Bulk Carrier
- Flag: Bahamas
- Year built: 2019
- MMSI: 311000894
- Call sign: C6EH3
- Gross tonnage: 93458
- Deadweight: 183017 t
- Port State Control (PSC) inspections: 26 since 2020
- PSC detentions in the last 36 months: 1
- Last PSC detention: 01/11/2023, Tangshan (Tokyo MoU)
- Last PSC inspection: 14/09/2026
- Registered owner: NIGHTSKY MARINE LTD (Greece)
- Ship manager · ISM manager: ALCYON SHIPPING CO LTD (Greece)
- Last AIS position: 9°57.7′S · 115°52.4′E · Speed 12.3 kn · under way · received 13 October 2026 at 15:33 UTC
- Destination: Port Hedland (AU PHE) · ETA 15 October 2026 at 21:00 UTC (as broadcast by the vessel)
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Frequently asked questions
What is the vessel type and age of NIGHTSKY?
NIGHTSKY is a Bulk Carrier built in 2019. It is currently in its 7th year of service.
What are the capacity specifications for NIGHTSKY?
The vessel has a deadweight tonnage of 183,017 metric tonnes. Its gross tonnage is recorded at 93,458.
Which classification society manages NIGHTSKY?
NIGHTSKY is classed by Nippon Kaiji Kyokai. This society is a recognized member of the International Association of Classification Societies (IACS).
Where has NIGHTSKY been recently operating?
The vessel has been observed in the Malacca Strait, the Singapore Strait, and the South China Sea. It has also been active in the regions of Australia and New Zealand.
What is the port-state control record for NIGHTSKY?
Over the last 36 months it has had 17 port state control (PSC) inspections and 1 detention, with 18 deficiencies recorded. The most recent inspection was on 14 September 2026. All-time records show 26 inspections since 2020 and 1 detention. The most recent detention was on 1 November 2023.
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