VELIKA is a Container Ship built in 2002 and flying the Liberia flag, placing it in its 24th year of service. The vessel reports a deadweight tonnage of 40,478 metric tonnes and a gross tonnage of 40,146. This capacity is typical for medium-sized container vessels engaged in regional liner services. VELIKA is classed by the American Bureau of Shipping, which is an IACS member. The vessel has been observed in West Africa, the Mediterranean Sea, and the South American East Coast over recent periods. It has previously operated under five different names and four different flags. Over the last 36 months it has had 10 port state control (PSC) inspections and no detentions. The most recent inspection was on 13 September 2026.
VELIKA is a Container Ship built in 2002. It is currently in its 24th year of service.
The vessel has a deadweight tonnage of 40,478 metric tonnes. Its gross tonnage is recorded at 40,146.
The vessel is classed by the American Bureau of Shipping. This society is a member of the International Association of Classification Societies (IACS).
Over the last 36 months it has had 10 port state control (PSC) inspections and no detentions; the deficiency count is reported for 8 of them. The most recent inspection was on 13 September 2026. All-time records show 35 inspections since 2005 and no detentions.
The vessel has been active in West Africa and the Mediterranean Sea. It has also been recorded operating near the South American East Coast.
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