RHAPSODY OF THE SEAS (IMO 9116864)
RHAPSODY OF THE SEAS is a Passenger (Cruise) Ship built in 1997 and flying the Bahamas flag, placing it in its 29th year of service. The vessel reports a gross tonnage of 78,878, a deadweight tonnage of 8,439, and a length overall of 279 metres. This vessel is configured for large-scale passenger transport and cruise operations. The vessel operates under the classification notation Passenger ship EPR. Recent observation data shows the vessel has been active in the Middle America and Gulf of Mexico regions. It has previously operated under one former name and one former flag state. Over the last 36 months it has had 11 port state control (PSC) inspections and no detentions. The most recent inspection was on 7 April 2026.
- Type: Passenger (Cruise) Ship
- Flag: Bahamas
- Year built: 1997
- MMSI: 311805000
- Call sign: C6UA2
- Gross tonnage: 78878
- Deadweight: 8439 t
- Length overall: 279 m
- Beam: 32.2 m
- Home port: NASSAU
- Port State Control (PSC) inspections: 91 since 1999
- PSC detentions in the last 36 months: 0
- Last PSC inspection: 07/04/2026
- Registered owner: ROYAL CARIBBEAN SHIPS LLC (USA)
- Ship manager · ISM manager · DOC holder: ROYAL CARIBBEAN CRUISES LTD (USA)
- Last AIS position: 18°36.9′N · 066°4.1′W · Speed 10.7 kn · under way · received 10 October 2026 at 08:03 UTC
- Destination: San Juan (PR SJU) · ETA 10 October 2026 at 09:07 UTC (as broadcast by the vessel)
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Frequently asked questions
What are the dimensions of RHAPSODY OF THE SEAS?
The vessel has a length overall of 279 metres and a beam of 32.2 metres. It operates with a maximum draught of 7.92 metres.
What is the capacity of RHAPSODY OF THE SEAS?
The ship reports a gross tonnage of 78,878. Its deadweight tonnage is recorded at 8,439 metric tonnes.
Where has RHAPSODY OF THE SEAS been operating recently?
The vessel has been observed in the Middle America and Gulf of Mexico regions. These areas represent its most recent recorded geographic activity.
How many inspections has the vessel undergone?
Over the last 36 months it has had 11 port state control (PSC) inspections and no detentions, with 23 deficiencies recorded. The most recent inspection was on 7 April 2026. All-time records show 91 inspections since 1999 and no detentions.
Who built the RHAPSODY OF THE SEAS?
The vessel was built by Ch. de L'Atlantique (Alsthom) in 1997. It is currently in its 29th year of service.
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