SAMBA (IMO 8979051)
SAMBA is a Passenger (Cruise) Ship built in 1966 and flying the Ecuador flag, placing it in its 60th year of service. The vessel reports a gross tonnage of 310 and has a deadweight tonnage of 0. This small-scale passenger vessel is configured for specific regional operations. The vessel is classed by Other and is not an IACS member. It has been observed operating along the South America West Coast. The vessel has a history of one former name and one former flag. No port state control (PSC) inspection records are on file for this vessel.
- Type: Passenger (Cruise) Ship
- Flag: Ecuador
- Year built: 1966
- MMSI: 735023498
- Call sign: HC2098
- Gross tonnage: 310
- Deadweight: 0 t
- Registered owner · Ship manager · ISM manager: CATALINA IZUIETA E HIJOS CIA (Ecuador)
- Last AIS position: 2°13.0′S · 079°53.1′W · under way · received 13 September 2026 at 18:56 UTC
- Destination: INTERISLAS
Frequently asked questions
What type of vessel is SAMBA?
SAMBA is a Passenger (Cruise) Ship. It was built in 1966 and is currently in its 60th year of service.
What is the gross tonnage of SAMBA?
The vessel has a gross tonnage of 310. It is recorded with a deadweight tonnage of 0.
Where has SAMBA been operating recently?
The vessel has been observed in the South America West Coast region. This is the primary geographic area noted in recent data.
How many inspections has SAMBA undergone?
No port state control (PSC) inspection records are on file for this vessel.
How many times has the ownership of SAMBA changed?
The vessel has undergone 5 ownership changes throughout its history. It has also operated under 1 former flag and 1 former name.
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