VM VITA (IMO 9141118)
VM VITA is a Container Ship built in 1996 and flying the Netherlands flag, placing it in its 30th year of service. The vessel reports a deadweight tonnage of 8,912 metric tonnes, a gross tonnage of 7,550, and a length overall of 151.09 metres. This size and configuration is typical for regional container feeder operations. VM VITA is classed by DNV-GL (ex GL), which is a member of the International Association of Classification Societies. The vessel has been observed in the Mediterranean Sea and West Africa over recent periods. It has operated under four former names and two different flag states. Over the last 36 months it has had 5 port state control (PSC) inspections and no detentions. The most recent inspection was on 26 September 2026.
- Type: Container Ship
- Flag: Netherlands
- Year built: 1996
- MMSI: 244386000
- Call sign: PBNX
- Gross tonnage: 7550
- Deadweight: 8912 t
- Length overall: 151.09 m
- Beam: 19.4 m
- Home port: ROTTERDAM
- Port State Control (PSC) inspections: 41 since 1998
- PSC detentions in the last 36 months: 0
- Last PSC detention: 15/10/1999, Saint petersburg (Paris MoU)
- Last PSC inspection: 26/09/2026
- Registered owner: VM VITA INC (Netherlands)
- Ship manager · ISM manager: VITAMODO SCHEEPSBEHEER BV (Netherlands)
- Last AIS position: 10°37.0′N · 066°55.8′W · Speed 12.9 kn · under way · received 17 October 2026 at 16:02 UTC
- Destination: La Guaira (VE LAG)
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Frequently asked questions
What are the dimensions of VM VITA?
The vessel has a length overall of 151.09 metres and a beam of 19.4 metres. It operates with a maximum draught of 7.425 metres.
What is the capacity of VM VITA?
The ship has a deadweight tonnage of 8,912 metric tonnes. Its gross tonnage is recorded at 7,550.
Which classification society manages VM VITA?
The vessel is classed by DNV-GL (ex GL), which is an IACS member. Its current class notation is Container ship SOLAS-II-2,Reg.19 E3(H).
How many inspections has the vessel undergone?
Over the last 36 months it has had 5 port state control (PSC) inspections and no detentions, with 10 deficiencies recorded. The most recent inspection was on 26 September 2026. All-time records show 41 inspections since 1998 and 1 detention. The most recent detention was on 15 October 1999.
Where has VM VITA been operating recently?
The vessel has been observed in the Mediterranean Sea and West Africa. These regions represent its most recent recorded geographic areas of operation.
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