DESERT PIONEER (IMO 9899193)
DESERT PIONEER is a Bulk Carrier built in 2022 and flying the Greece flag, placing it in its 4th year of service. The vessel reports a deadweight tonnage of 60,980, a gross tonnage of 34,686, and a length overall of 200 metres. This size and specification are typical for bulk carriers engaged in regional or mid-range dry bulk trades. DESERT PIONEER is classed by the American Bureau of Shipping, which is an IACS member. The vessel has been observed in South Asia, West Africa, 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 19 January 2026.
- Type: Bulk Carrier
- Flag: Greece
- Year built: 2022
- MMSI: 241768000
- Call sign: SVDN5
- Gross tonnage: 34686
- Deadweight: 60980 t
- Length overall: 200 m
- Beam: 32 m
- Port State Control (PSC) inspections: 16 since 2022
- PSC detentions in the last 36 months: 0
- Last PSC inspection: 19/01/2026
- Registered owner: DESERT PIONEER ENE (Greece)
- Ship manager · ISM manager: ATLANTIC BULK CARRIERS MGMT (Greece)
- Last AIS position: 2°58.2′N · 100°52.6′E · Speed 13.3 kn · under way · received 7 October 2026 at 12:06 UTC
- Destination: INHZR · ETA 15 October 2026 at 11:15 UTC (as broadcast by the vessel)
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Frequently asked questions
What is the vessel type and age of DESERT PIONEER?
DESERT PIONEER is a Bulk Carrier built in 2022. It is currently in its 4th year of service.
What are the dimensions of DESERT PIONEER?
The vessel has a length overall of 200 metres and a beam of 32 metres. It carries a deadweight tonnage of 60,980 metric tonnes.
Which classification society maintains DESERT PIONEER?
The vessel is classed by the American Bureau of Shipping. This society is a member of the International Association of Classification Societies (IACS).
Where has DESERT PIONEER been recently observed?
The vessel has been observed in South Asia, West Africa, and the South America East Coast. These regions represent its recent operational footprint.
What is the PSC inspection history for this vessel?
Over the last 36 months it has had 8 port state control (PSC) inspections and no detentions, with 2 deficiencies recorded. The most recent inspection was on 19 January 2026. All-time records show 16 inspections since 2022 and no detentions.
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