AMBITION (IMO 9172777)
AMBITION is a Passenger (Cruise) Ship built in 1999 and flying the Bahamas flag, placing it in its 27th year of service. The vessel reports a deadweight tonnage of 4,923 metric tonnes and a gross tonnage of 48,123. At this scale, it operates as a medium-sized passenger vessel within the cruise sector. AMBITION is classed by Registro Italiano Navale, which is an IACS member. The vessel has been observed in the Mediterranean Sea, North Europe, and West Europe over recent periods. It has been registered under four former names and has operated under five 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 2 March 2026.
- Type: Passenger (Cruise) Ship
- Flag: Bahamas
- Year built: 1999
- MMSI: 311001141
- Call sign: C6FL6
- Gross tonnage: 48123
- Deadweight: 4923 t
- Beam: 28.8 m
- Home port: NASSAU - 7001451
- Port State Control (PSC) inspections: 40 since 1999
- PSC detentions in the last 36 months: 0
- Last PSC inspection: 02/03/2026
- Registered owner: WAKE ASSET CO LTD (United Kingdom)
- Ship manager: AMBASSADOR CRUISE LINE LTD (United Kingdom)
- ISM manager: BERNHARD SCHULTE CRUISE SERVS (Germany)
- Last AIS position: 50°33.5′N · 005°42.3′W · Speed 11.5 kn · under way · received 10 October 2026 at 08:12 UTC
- Destination: Cherbourg-en-Cotentin (FR CER) · ETA 11 October 2026 at 04:15 UTC (as broadcast by the vessel)
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Frequently asked questions
What is the vessel type and age of AMBITION?
AMBITION is a Passenger (Cruise) Ship built in 1999. It is currently in its 27th year of service.
What are the dimensions and tonnage of AMBITION?
The vessel has a gross tonnage of 48,123 and a deadweight tonnage of 4,923. Its beam is recorded at 28.8 metres.
Which classification society maintains AMBITION?
The vessel is classed by Registro Italiano Navale, which is an IACS member. Its current class status is listed as Delivered.
What is the engine power of AMBITION?
The main engine for this vessel is rated at 18,000 kW. This power rating supports its operations as a cruise ship.
How many inspections has AMBITION undergone recently?
Over the last 36 months it has had 5 port state control (PSC) inspections and no detentions; the deficiency count is reported for 4 of them. The most recent inspection was on 2 March 2026. All-time records show 40 inspections since 1999 and no detentions.
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