SALAMMBO (IMO 9142461)
SALAMMBO is a Passenger/Ro-Ro Ship (vehicles) built in 1997 and flying the Tunisia flag, placing it in its 29th year of service. The vessel reports a deadweight tonnage of 5,914 metric tonnes, a gross tonnage of 17,907, and a length overall of 162 metres. This vessel is configured for the transport of vehicles and passengers. SALAMMBO is classed by Bureau Veritas, which is an IACS member. The vessel has been observed operating in the Mediterranean Sea. It has previously sailed under one former name and one former flag. Over the last 36 months it has had 2 port state control (PSC) inspections and 1 detention. The most recent inspection was on 20 January 2025.
- Type: Passenger/Ro-Ro Ship (vehicles)
- Flag: Tunisia
- Year built: 1997
- MMSI: 672247000
- Call sign: TSMS
- Gross tonnage: 17907
- Deadweight: 5914 t
- Length overall: 162 m
- Beam: 26 m
- Port State Control (PSC) inspections: 44 since 1998
- PSC detentions in the last 36 months: 1
- Last PSC detention: 20/01/2025, Genova (Paris MoU)
- Last PSC inspection: 20/01/2025
- Registered owner · Ship manager · ISM manager: COTUNAV (Tunisia)
- Last AIS position: 37°9.3′N · 009°48.5′E · under way · received 7 October 2026 at 13:44 UTC
- Destination: Menzel Bourguiba (TN MBA)
Frequently asked questions
What is the vessel type of SALAMMBO?
SALAMMBO is a Passenger/Ro-Ro Ship designed for vehicles. It was built in 1997 and is currently in its 29th year of service.
What are the dimensions of SALAMMBO?
The vessel has a length overall of 162 metres and a beam of 26 metres. It carries a gross tonnage of 17,907.
Which classification society maintains SALAMMBO?
The vessel is classed by Bureau Veritas, which is a member of the International Association of Classification Societies (IACS). Its current class status is listed as Reinstated.
Where has SALAMMBO been operating recently?
The vessel has been observed in the Mediterranean Sea. This region is consistent with its current flag of Tunisia.
How many PSC inspections has the vessel undergone?
Over the last 36 months it has had 2 port state control (PSC) inspections and 1 detention, with 15 deficiencies recorded. The most recent inspection was on 20 January 2025. All-time records show 44 inspections since 1998 and 4 detentions. The most recent detention was on 20 January 2025.
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