ARIES (IMO 9262728)
ARIES is a Container Ship built in 2004 and flying the Liberia flag, placing it in its 22nd year of service. The vessel reports a deadweight tonnage of 81,171 metric tonnes and a gross tonnage of 75,519. This capacity is consistent with mid-sized container vessel operations. ARIES is classed by Nippon Kaiji Kyokai, which is an IACS member. The vessel has been observed in East Asia, South East Asia, and the Australia and New Zealand region. It has previously operated under two former names and two different flag states. Over the last 36 months it has had 22 port state control (PSC) inspections and 1 detention. The most recent inspection was on 30 April 2026.
- Type: Container Ship
- Flag: Liberia
- Year built: 2004
- MMSI: 636020475
- Call sign: D5ZK2
- Gross tonnage: 75519
- Deadweight: 81171 t
- Length overall: 300 m
- Beam: 40 m
- Port State Control (PSC) inspections: 79 since 2005
- PSC detentions in the last 36 months: 1
- Last PSC detention: 06/11/2023, Shenzhen (Tokyo MoU)
- Last PSC inspection: 30/04/2026
- Registered owner: FORTROSE SHIPPING CO (Greece)
- Ship manager: COSTAMARE SHIPPING CO SA (Greece)
- ISM manager: V SHIPS GREECE LTD (Greece)
- Last AIS position: 38°32.8′N · 124°28.4′W · Speed 14.2 kn · under way · received 9 October 2026 at 19:58 UTC
- Destination: Qingdao Pt (CN QDG) · ETA 22 October 2026 at 14:00 UTC (as broadcast by the vessel)
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Frequently asked questions
What is the vessel type and age of ARIES?
ARIES is a Container Ship built in 2004. It is currently in its 22nd year of service.
What are the tonnage specifications for ARIES?
The vessel has a deadweight tonnage of 81,171 metric tonnes. Its gross tonnage is recorded at 75,519.
Which classification society manages ARIES?
The vessel is classed by Nippon Kaiji Kyokai. This society is a recognized member of the International Association of Classification Societies (IACS).
What is the PSC inspection history for this vessel?
Over the last 36 months it has had 22 port state control (PSC) inspections and 1 detention, with 26 deficiencies recorded. The most recent inspection was on 30 April 2026. All-time records show 79 inspections since 2005 and 1 detention. The most recent detention was on 6 November 2023.
Where has ARIES been operating recently?
The vessel has been observed in East Asia and South East Asia. It has also been recorded in the Australia and New Zealand and New Guinea Pacific regions.
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