EMERALD EXPRESS (IMO 9248332)
EMERALD EXPRESS is a Landing Craft built in 2001 and flying the Antigua and Barbuda flag, placing it in its 25th year of service. The vessel reports a deadweight tonnage of 850 metric tonnes and a gross tonnage of 494. This vessel is configured for specialized landing craft operations. EMERALD EXPRESS is classed by National Shipping Adjusters Inc. The vessel has been observed in the Middle America and Gulf of Mexico regions. It has previously operated under four different flag states and has been registered under one former name. Over the last 36 months it has had 6 port state control (PSC) inspections and no detentions. The most recent inspection was on 21 November 2025.
- Type: Landing Craft
- Flag: Antigua and Barbuda
- Year built: 2001
- MMSI: 304840000
- Call sign: V2YL7
- Gross tonnage: 494
- Deadweight: 850 t
- Port State Control (PSC) inspections: 46 since 2001
- PSC detentions in the last 36 months: 0
- Last PSC inspection: 21/11/2025
- Registered owner · Ship manager: EMERALD EXPRESS UG (Germany)
- Last AIS position: 25°55.0′N · 079°33.3′W · Speed 8.4 kn · under way · received 10 October 2026 at 10:34 UTC
- Destination: Normans Bay (GB NMY) · ETA 11 October 2026 at 11:30 UTC (as broadcast by the vessel)
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Frequently asked questions
What is the vessel type of EMERALD EXPRESS?
EMERALD EXPRESS is a Landing Craft. It was built in 2001 and is currently in its 25th year of service.
What are the tonnage specifications for EMERALD EXPRESS?
The vessel has a deadweight tonnage of 850 metric tonnes. Its gross tonnage is recorded at 494.
Which flag does the vessel currently fly?
The vessel flies the flag of Antigua and Barbuda. Throughout its history, it has operated under four different flag states.
How many PSC inspections has the vessel undergone?
Over the last 36 months it has had 6 port state control (PSC) inspections and no detentions, with 7 deficiencies recorded. The most recent inspection was on 21 November 2025. All-time records show 46 inspections since 2001 and no detentions.
What is the classification of EMERALD EXPRESS?
The vessel is classed by National Shipping Adjusters Inc. Its current classification status is listed as Delivered.
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