VELON 1 (IMO 9122473)
VELON 1 is a Container Ship built in 2001 and flying the Iran flag, placing it in its 25th year of service. The vessel reports a deadweight tonnage of 23,051 metric tonnes and a gross tonnage of 16,803. This size profile is typical for regional container transport operations. VELON 1 is classed by Asia Classification Society. The vessel has been observed in the Mediterranean Sea and South Asia over recent periods. It has a history of 8 former names and has operated under 9 different flags. Over the last 36 months it has had 6 port state control (PSC) inspections and no detentions. The most recent inspection was on 6 April 2026.
- Type: Container Ship
- Flag: Iran
- Year built: 2001
- Call sign: UNKNOWN
- Gross tonnage: 16803
- Deadweight: 23051 t
- Length overall: 184 m
- Beam: 25 m
- Port State Control (PSC) inspections: 35 since 2001
- PSC detentions in the last 36 months: 0
- Last PSC inspection: 06/04/2026
- Registered owner · Ship manager: GHASEMI B (Iran)
- ISM manager: AVA TARABAR DARYA CO LTD (Iran)
Frequently asked questions
What is the vessel type and age of VELON 1?
VELON 1 is a container ship built in 2001. It is currently in its 25th year of service.
What are the tonnage specifications for VELON 1?
The vessel has a deadweight tonnage of 23,051 metric tonnes. Its gross tonnage is recorded at 16,803.
Which classification society manages VELON 1?
The vessel is classed by Asia Classification Society. Its current classification status is listed as Delivered.
Where has VELON 1 been recently observed?
The vessel has been observed in the Mediterranean Sea and South Asia. These regions represent its most recent recorded geographic areas of operation.
How many port-state inspections has VELON 1 undergone?
Over the last 36 months it has had 6 port state control (PSC) inspections and no detentions; the deficiency count is reported for 5 of them. The most recent inspection was on 6 April 2026. All-time records show 35 inspections since 2001 and no detentions.
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