GRANDE PORTOGALLO (IMO 9245598)
GRANDE PORTOGALLO is a Vehicles Carrier built in 2002 and flying the Italy flag, placing it in its 24th year of service. The vessel reports a deadweight tonnage of 12,594 metric tonnes, a gross tonnage of 37,752, and a length overall of 176 metres. This vessel is configured for the specialized transport of automotive cargo. The vessel has been observed in the North America East Coast, West Africa, and the Gulf of Mexico over recent periods. It has previously operated under one former name and one former flag state. Over the last 36 months it has had 15 port state control (PSC) inspections and no detentions. The most recent inspection was on 23 September 2026.
- Type: Vehicles Carrier
- Flag: Italy
- Year built: 2002
- MMSI: 247065500
- Call sign: IBZW
- Gross tonnage: 37752
- Deadweight: 12594 t
- Length overall: 176 m
- Beam: 31.1 m
- Home port: PALERMO - 089
- Port State Control (PSC) inspections: 60 since 2002
- PSC detentions in the last 36 months: 0
- Last PSC inspection: 23/09/2026
- Registered owner · ISM manager: GRIMALDI EUROMED SPA (Italy)
- Ship manager: GRIMALDI GROUP SPA (Italy)
- Last AIS position: 5°47.7′N · 003°37.1′E · Speed 16.0 kn · under way · received 10 October 2026 at 17:11 UTC
- Destination: Lagos (NG LOS)
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Frequently asked questions
What is the vessel type and age of GRANDE PORTOGALLO?
GRANDE PORTOGALLO is a Vehicles Carrier built in 2002. It is currently in its 24th year of service.
What are the dimensions of GRANDE PORTOGALLO?
The vessel has a length overall of 176 metres and a beam of 31.1 metres. It possesses a gross tonnage of 37,752.
What is the engine power of this vessel?
The vessel is equipped with a main engine rated at 11,060 kW. This power supports its operations as a specialized vehicle carrier.
How many PSC inspections has the vessel undergone?
Over the last 36 months it has had 15 port state control (PSC) inspections and no detentions; the deficiency count is reported for 14 of them. The most recent inspection was on 23 September 2026. All-time records show 60 inspections since 2002 and no detentions.
Where has GRANDE PORTOGALLO been operating recently?
The vessel has been observed in the North America East Coast, West Africa, and the Gulf of Mexico. These regions represent its recent recent geographic activity.
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