GRANDE MEDITERRANEO (IMO 9138393)
GRANDE MEDITERRANEO is a Vehicles Carrier built in 1998 and flying the Italy flag, placing it in its 28th year of service. The vessel reports a deadweight tonnage of 18,427 metric tonnes and a gross tonnage of 51,823. This vessel is configured for the specialized transport of vehicle units. The vessel has been observed in West Europe, the Mediterranean Sea, and North Europe over recent periods. It has previously operated under one former name and one former flag state. Over the last 36 months it has had 5 port state control (PSC) inspections and no detentions. The most recent inspection was on 1 May 2026.
- Type: Vehicles Carrier
- Flag: Italy
- Year built: 1998
- MMSI: 247305000
- Call sign: IBFF
- Gross tonnage: 51823
- Deadweight: 18427 t
- Length overall: 183 m
- Beam: 32.25 m
- Home port: PALERMO - 036
- Port State Control (PSC) inspections: 57 since 1998
- PSC detentions in the last 36 months: 0
- Last PSC inspection: 01/05/2026
- Registered owner · ISM manager: GRIMALDI EUROMED SPA (Italy)
- Ship manager: GRIMALDI GROUP SPA (Italy)
- Last AIS position: 40°24.9′N · 029°5.2′E · Speed 0.2 kn · under way · received 9 October 2026 at 22:11 UTC
- Destination: BORUSAN
Frequently asked questions
What is the vessel type and age of GRANDE MEDITERRANEO?
GRANDE MEDITERRANEO is a Vehicles Carrier. It was built in 1998 and is currently in its 28th year of service.
What are the engine specifications for this vessel?
The vessel is equipped with a main engine providing 15,540 kW of power. This power output supports its operations as a specialized vehicle carrier.
What are the dimensions of GRANDE MEDITERRANEO?
The vessel has a beam of 32.25 metres. It maintains a gross tonnage of 51,823 and a deadweight tonnage of 18,427 metric tonnes.
Where has the vessel been operating recently?
The vessel has been observed in West Europe and the Mediterranean Sea. It has also been recorded in North European waters.
How many PSC inspections has the vessel undergone?
Over the last 36 months it has had 5 port state control (PSC) inspections and no detentions, with 9 deficiencies recorded. The most recent inspection was on 1 May 2026. All-time records show 57 inspections since 1998 and no detentions.
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