PANDA 008 is a Container Ship built in 2003 and flying the Portugal (MAR) flag, placing it in its 23rd year of service. The vessel has a deadweight tonnage of 68,037, a gross tonnage of 65,918, and a length overall of 278.91 metres. This size and capacity are typical for medium-to-large container vessels engaged in regional and intercontinental liner services. PANDA 008 is classed by DNV-GL (ex GL), which is an IACS member. The vessel has been observed in East Africa, West Africa, and East Asia over recent periods. It has been registered under five former names and has operated under three different flag states. Over the last 36 months it has had 9 port state control (PSC) inspections and no detentions. The most recent inspection was on 5 March 2026.
The vessel has a length overall of 278.91 metres and a beam of 40.3 metres. It is designed with a maximum draught of 14 metres.
PANDA 008 is classed by DNV-GL (ex GL), which is an IACS member. The vessel carries the notation Container ship SOLAS-II-2,Reg.19 ERS IW.
The vessel has a deadweight tonnage of 68,037 metric tonnes. Its gross tonnage is recorded at 65,918.
Over the last 36 months it has had 9 port state control (PSC) inspections and no detentions, with 16 deficiencies recorded. The most recent inspection was on 5 March 2026. All-time records show 68 inspections since 2003 and no detentions.
The vessel has been observed in several regions including East Africa, West Africa, and East Asia. These observations cover various maritime corridors across the African and Asian coasts.
Live AIS via Rynda — combined with classification, PSC, sanctions and ownership data.