MAERSK VIRGINIA (IMO 9235531)
MAERSK VIRGINIA is a Container Ship built in 2002 and flying the Hong Kong, China flag, placing it in its 24th year of service. The vessel reports a deadweight tonnage of 65,433, a gross tonnage of 50,686, and a length overall of 291 metres. This size and type suggest its role in regional or mid-range containerized cargo transport. MAERSK VIRGINIA is classed by Lloyd's Register, which is an IACS member. The vessel has been observed in West Europe, South Africa, and East Asia over recent periods. It has previously operated under two former names and three different flag states. Over the last 36 months it has had 3 port state control (PSC) inspections and no detentions. The most recent inspection was on 25 March 2026.
- Type: Container Ship
- Flag: Hong Kong, China
- Year built: 2002
- MMSI: 477195100
- Call sign: VRMD3
- Gross tonnage: 50686
- Deadweight: 65433 t
- Length overall: 291 m
- Beam: 32 m
- Port State Control (PSC) inspections: 49 since 2002
- PSC detentions in the last 36 months: 0
- Last PSC detention: 15/08/2019, Fremantle (Indian Ocean MoU / Tokyo MoU)
- Last PSC inspection: 25/03/2026
- Registered owner: MAERSK SHIPPING HONG KONG LTD (Denmark)
- Ship manager: MAERSK A/S (Denmark)
- ISM manager: ANGLO-EASTERN SHIP MANAGEMENT (China)
- Last AIS position: 25°30.2′N · 056°43.5′E · Speed 4.6 kn · under way · received 11 October 2026 at 05:00 UTC
- Destination: Khor al Fakkan (AE KLF) · ETA 11 October 2026 at 06:53 UTC (as broadcast by the vessel)
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Frequently asked questions
What is the vessel type and age of MAERSK VIRGINIA?
MAERSK VIRGINIA is a Container Ship built in 2002. It is currently in its 24th year of service.
What are the dimensions of MAERSK VIRGINIA?
The vessel has a length overall of 291 metres and a beam of 32 metres. It carries a deadweight tonnage of 65,433 metric tonnes.
Which classification society covers MAERSK VIRGINIA?
The vessel is classed by Lloyd's Register. This society is a member of the International Association of Classification Societies (IACS).
What is the PSC inspection history for this vessel?
Over the last 36 months it has had 3 port state control (PSC) inspections and no detentions, with 12 deficiencies recorded. The most recent inspection was on 25 March 2026. All-time records show 49 inspections since 2002 and 1 detention. The most recent detention was on 15 August 2019.
Where has MAERSK VIRGINIA been recently observed?
The vessel has been observed in several regions including West Europe, South Africa, and East Asia. These observations cover its recent operational transit.
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