KAPTAN AYTAC A (IMO 9242302)
KAPTAN AYTAC A is a Container Ship built in 2001 and flying the Turkey flag, placing it in its 25th year of service. The vessel reports a deadweight tonnage of 17,183 metric tonnes, a gross tonnage of 14,062, and a length overall of 155 metres. This vessel is configured for containerized cargo transport operations. KAPTAN AYTAC A is classed by the American Bureau of Shipping, which is an IACS member. The vessel has been observed operating in the Mediterranean Sea. It has a history of five former names and has operated under five different flag states. Over the last 36 months it has had 7 port state control (PSC) inspections and no detentions. The most recent inspection was on 10 July 2026.
- Type: Container Ship
- Flag: Turkey
- Year built: 2001
- MMSI: 271044301
- Call sign: TCA3737
- Gross tonnage: 14062
- Deadweight: 17183 t
- Length overall: 155 m
- Beam: 25 m
- Port State Control (PSC) inspections: 44 since 2002
- PSC detentions in the last 36 months: 0
- Last PSC inspection: 10/07/2026
- Registered owner: ARKAS KONTEYNER TASIMACILIK AS (Turkey)
- Ship manager · ISM manager: ARKAS DENIZCILIK VE NAKLIYAT (Turkey)
- Last AIS position: 40°42.0′N · 029°27.3′E · Speed 3.6 kn · under way · received 9 October 2026 at 19:54 UTC
- Destination: Yalova (TR YAL)
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Frequently asked questions
What is the vessel type and age of KAPTAN AYTAC A?
KAPTAN AYTAC A is a container ship built in 2001. It is currently in its 25th year of service.
What are the dimensions of KAPTAN AYTAC A?
The vessel has a length overall of 155 metres and a beam of 25 metres. It carries a deadweight tonnage of 17,183 metric tonnes.
Which classification society maintains KAPTAN AYTAC A?
The vessel is classed by the American Bureau of Shipping. This society is a recognized member of the IACS.
Where has KAPTAN AYTAC A been recently observed?
The vessel has been observed operating in the Mediterranean Sea. This is the primary geographic area noted in recent data.
What is the PSC inspection history for KAPTAN AYTAC A?
Over the last 36 months it has had 7 port state control (PSC) inspections and no detentions, with 16 deficiencies recorded. The most recent inspection was on 10 July 2026. All-time records show 44 inspections since 2002 and no detentions.
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