GRANDE ROMA (IMO 9247936)
GRANDE ROMA is a Vehicles Carrier built in 2003 and flying the Italy flag, placing it in its 23rd year of service. The vessel reports a deadweight tonnage of 14,483 metric tonnes and a gross tonnage of 44,431. This configuration is typical for specialized vehicle transport operations. The vessel's classification notation includes + AUT-UMS INWATERSURVEY MON-SHAFT PMS + SYS-NEQ-1. It has been observed in the Mediterranean Sea, West Europe, and West Africa over recent periods. The vessel has previously operated under one former name and one former flag. Over the last 36 months it has had 12 port state control (PSC) inspections and no detentions. The most recent inspection was on 10 August 2026.
- Type: Vehicles Carrier
- Flag: Italy
- Year built: 2003
- MMSI: 247086800
- Call sign: IBZI
- Gross tonnage: 44431
- Deadweight: 14483 t
- Beam: 31.1 m
- Home port: PALERMO -
- Port State Control (PSC) inspections: 55 since 2003
- PSC detentions in the last 36 months: 0
- Last PSC inspection: 10/08/2026
- Registered owner · ISM manager: GRIMALDI EUROMED SPA (Italy)
- Ship manager: GRIMALDI GROUP SPA (Italy)
- Last AIS position: 20°56.1′S · 154°7.8′E · Speed 15.0 kn · under way · received 15 October 2026 at 19:47 UTC
- Destination: Melbourne (AU MEL) · ETA 19 October 2026 at 15:36 UTC (as broadcast by the vessel)
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Frequently asked questions
What is the vessel type and age of GRANDE ROMA?
GRANDE ROMA is a Vehicles Carrier built in 2003. It is currently in its 23rd year of service.
What are the dimensions and tonnage of GRANDE ROMA?
The vessel has a beam of 31.1 metres and a gross tonnage of 44,431. Its deadweight tonnage is recorded at 14,483 metric tonnes.
What is the engine power of GRANDE ROMA?
The vessel is equipped with a main engine providing 11,060 kW of power. This power rating supports its operations as a vehicle carrier.
How many inspections has GRANDE ROMA undergone?
Over the last 36 months it has had 12 port state control (PSC) inspections and no detentions, with 40 deficiencies recorded. The most recent inspection was on 10 August 2026. All-time records show 55 inspections since 2003 and no detentions.
Where has GRANDE ROMA been recently observed?
The vessel has been observed in several regions including the Mediterranean Sea and West Europe. It has also been noted in West Africa and South Africa.
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