PALMELA (IMO 9207388)
PALMELA is a Vehicles Carrier built in 2000 and flying the Panama flag, placing it in its 26th year of service. The vessel reports a deadweight tonnage of 20,581 metric tonnes, a gross tonnage of 55,926, and a length overall of 199 metres. This vessel is configured for the specialized transport of automotive cargo. PALMELA is classed by Nippon Kaiji Kyokai, which is an IACS member. The vessel has been observed in East Asia, the North America West Coast, and the Australia and New Zealand region over recent periods. It has previously operated under one former name and one former flag. Over the last 36 months it has had 19 port state control (PSC) inspections and no detentions. The most recent inspection was on 19 August 2026.
- Type: Vehicles Carrier
- Flag: Panama
- Year built: 2000
- MMSI: 351340000
- Call sign: H3AP
- Gross tonnage: 55926
- Deadweight: 20581 t
- Length overall: 199 m
- Beam: 32 m
- Port State Control (PSC) inspections: 118 since 2000
- PSC detentions in the last 36 months: 0
- Last PSC detention: 08/07/2002, Chubu (Tokyo MoU)
- Last PSC inspection: 19/08/2026
- Registered owner: NEW AUTO CARRIER SA (Japan)
- Ship manager · ISM manager: KANSAI STEAMSHIP CO LTD (Japan)
- Last AIS position: 34°5.7′N · 128°40.0′E · Speed 19.1 kn · under way · received 15 October 2026 at 20:16 UTC
- Destination: Ulsan (USN) (KR USN) · ETA 16 October 2026 at 03:00 UTC (as broadcast by the vessel)
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Frequently asked questions
What is the vessel type and age of PALMELA?
PALMELA is a Vehicles Carrier built in 2000. It is currently in its 26th year of service.
What are the dimensions of PALMELA?
The vessel has a length overall of 199 metres and a beam of 32 metres. It carries a gross tonnage of 55,926.
Which classification society manages PALMELA?
The vessel is classed by Nippon Kaiji Kyokai. This society is a member of the International Association of Classification Societies (IACS).
How many PSC inspections has the vessel undergone?
Over the last 36 months it has had 19 port state control (PSC) inspections and no detentions, with 22 deficiencies recorded. The most recent inspection was on 19 August 2026. All-time records show 118 inspections since 2000 and 1 detention. The most recent detention was on 8 July 2002.
Where has PALMELA been recently observed?
The vessel has been observed in East Asia, the North America West Coast, and the Australia and New Zealand region. These areas represent its recent operational footprint.
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