ORCHID (IMO 9174763)
ORCHID is a Vehicles Carrier built in 1999 and flying the Panama flag, placing it in its 27th year of service. The vessel reports a deadweight tonnage of 3,769 metric tonnes, a gross tonnage of 9,864, and a length overall of 99.92 metres. This vessel is configured for specialized vehicle transport operations. ORCHID is classed by the Indian Register of Shipping, which is an IACS member. The vessel has been observed in West Africa, the Mediterranean Sea, and the South America East Coast over recent periods. It has operated under one former name and one former flag state. Over the last 36 months it has had 17 port state control (PSC) inspections and no detentions. The most recent inspection was on 4 August 2026.
- Type: Vehicles Carrier
- Flag: Panama
- Year built: 1999
- MMSI: 372977000
- Call sign: 3FRM5
- Gross tonnage: 9864
- Deadweight: 3769 t
- Length overall: 99.92 m
- Beam: 20.6 m
- Home port: PANAMA
- Port State Control (PSC) inspections: 53 since 1999
- PSC detentions in the last 36 months: 0
- Last PSC inspection: 04/08/2026
- Registered owner: ACADIA SHIPPING LLC (Lebanon)
- Ship manager · ISM manager: SAFE SEA SERVICES SARL (Lebanon)
- Last AIS position: 33°54.4′N · 035°31.4′E · Speed 10.6 kn · under way · received 9 October 2026 at 09:19 UTC
- Destination: Beirut (LB BEY)
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Frequently asked questions
What is the vessel type and age of ORCHID?
ORCHID is a Vehicles Carrier built in 1999. It is currently in its 27th year of service.
What are the dimensions of ORCHID?
The vessel has a length overall of 99.92 metres and a beam of 20.6 metres. It operates with a maximum draught of 6.517 metres.
What engine specifications does ORCHID have?
The vessel is powered by a 7L35-MC main engine. This engine provides a power output of 4,120 kW.
How many PSC inspections has the vessel undergone?
Over the last 36 months it has had 17 port state control (PSC) inspections and no detentions; the deficiency count is reported for 12 of them. The most recent inspection was on 4 August 2026. All-time records show 53 inspections since 1999 and no detentions.
Which classification society manages ORCHID?
The vessel is classed by the Indian Register of Shipping. This society is a member of the International Association of Classification Societies (IACS).
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