KARLSKRONA (IMO 9085558)
KARLSKRONA is a Container Ship built in 1996 and flying the Liberia flag, placing it in its 30th year of service. The vessel reports a deadweight tonnage of 96,103 metric tonnes, a gross tonnage of 81,488, and a length overall of 318 metres. This size and type suggest its role in large-scale containerized cargo transport. KARLSKRONA is classed by Lloyd's Register, which is an IACS member. The vessel has been observed in South East Asia, South Asia, and South Africa over recent periods. It has a history of operating under 7 different flags and has been known by 5 former names. Over the last 36 months it has had 4 port state control (PSC) inspections and no detentions. The most recent inspection was on 12 October 2025.
- Type: Container Ship
- Flag: Liberia
- Year built: 1996
- MMSI: 636018800
- Call sign: D5RL4
- Gross tonnage: 81488
- Deadweight: 96103 t
- Length overall: 318 m
- Beam: 43 m
- Port State Control (PSC) inspections: 79 since 1998
- PSC detentions in the last 36 months: 0
- Last PSC detention: 07/05/2015, Antwerp (Paris MoU)
- Last PSC inspection: 12/10/2025
- Registered owner: SELDEN MARINE CO (Greece)
- Ship manager: COSTAMARE SHIPPING CO SA (Greece)
- ISM manager: V SHIPS GREECE LTD (Greece)
- Last AIS position: 22°41.4′N · 113°39.6′E · Speed 0.0 kn · moored · received 14 October 2026 at 10:29 UTC
- Destination: Guangzhou (CN GGZ)
Frequently asked questions
What is the vessel type and age of KARLSKRONA?
KARLSKRONA is a Container Ship built in 1996. It is currently in its 30th year of service.
What are the dimensions of KARLSKRONA?
The vessel has a length overall of 318 metres and a beam of 43 metres. These dimensions support its capacity as a 96,103 DWT container ship.
Which classification society manages KARLSKRONA?
The vessel is classed by Lloyd's Register. This society is a member of the International Association of Classification Societies (IACS).
What is the PSC inspection history for this vessel?
Over the last 36 months it has had 4 port state control (PSC) inspections and no detentions, with 2 deficiencies recorded. The most recent inspection was on 12 October 2025. All-time records show 79 inspections since 1998 and 1 detention. The most recent detention was on 7 May 2015.
Where has KARLSKRONA been recently observed?
The vessel has been observed in South East Asia, South Asia, and South Africa. It currently flies the Liberian flag.
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