MEGA EXPRESS (IMO 9203174)
MEGA EXPRESS is a Passenger/Ro-Ro Ship (vehicles) built in 2001 and flying the Italy flag, placing it in its 25th year of service. The vessel reports a deadweight tonnage of 4,659 metric tonnes and a gross tonnage of 26,024. This vessel is configured for the transport of vehicles and passengers. The vessel operates with a classification notation of + AUT-UMS + HVSC MON-SHAFT. Recent observation data places the vessel within the Mediterranean Sea. It has previously operated under one former name and one former flag. Over the last 36 months it has had 6 port state control (PSC) inspections and no detentions. The most recent inspection was on 3 September 2026.
- Type: Passenger/Ro-Ro Ship (vehicles)
- Flag: Italy
- Year built: 2001
- MMSI: 247013400
- Call sign: IBPR
- Gross tonnage: 26024
- Deadweight: 4659 t
- Length overall: 176 m
- Beam: 24.8 m
- Home port: GENOVA -
- Port State Control (PSC) inspections: 35 since 2001
- PSC detentions in the last 36 months: 0
- Last PSC inspection: 03/09/2026
- Registered owner: DIDEROT FINANCEMENT 24 SNC (France)
- Ship manager: TOURSHIP ITALIA SPA (Italy)
- ISM manager: FORSHIP SPA (Italy)
- Last AIS position: 44°24.1′N · 008°55.6′E · Speed 0.0 kn · moored · received 14 October 2026 at 13:49 UTC
- Destination: Genova (IT GOA)
Frequently asked questions
What is the vessel type of MEGA EXPRESS?
MEGA EXPRESS is a Passenger/Ro-Ro Ship designed for vehicles. It was built in 2001 and is currently in its 25th year of service.
What are the engine specifications for MEGA EXPRESS?
The vessel is equipped with a main engine that provides 46,800 kW of power. This power output supports its operations as a large passenger/Ro-Ro vessel.
What is the dimension of MEGA EXPRESS?
The vessel has a recorded beam of 24.8 metres. Its gross tonnage is documented at 26,024.
How many inspections has MEGA EXPRESS undergone?
Over the last 36 months it has had 6 port state control (PSC) inspections and no detentions, with 10 deficiencies recorded. The most recent inspection was on 3 September 2026. All-time records show 35 inspections since 2001 and no detentions.
Where has MEGA EXPRESS been operating recently?
The vessel has been observed operating in the Mediterranean Sea. It currently flies the flag of Italy and is registered in Genova.
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