TONGALA (IMO 9278105)
TONGALA 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 50,828 metric tonnes, a gross tonnage of 40,030, and a length overall of 260 metres. This size and capacity are typical for medium-range containerized cargo operations. The vessel's classification notation includes Container carrier DG(P) E0 LC NAUTICUS(Newbuilding) RSCS TMON. It has been observed in the Mediterranean Sea, West Africa, and West Europe over recent periods. The vessel has a history of 8 former names and has operated under 2 different flag states. Over the last 36 months it has had 11 port state control (PSC) inspections and no detentions. The most recent inspection was on 10 July 2026.
- Type: Container Ship
- Flag: Liberia
- Year built: 2004
- MMSI: 636013644
- Call sign: A8OK3
- Gross tonnage: 40030
- Deadweight: 50828 t
- Length overall: 260 m
- Beam: 32.25 m
- Home port: MONROVIA
- Port State Control (PSC) inspections: 62 since 2004
- PSC detentions in the last 36 months: 0
- Last PSC inspection: 10/07/2026
- Registered owner: CONTAINERS SERVICES INC (Greece)
- Ship manager · ISM manager · DOC holder: DANAOS SHIPPING CO LTD (Greece)
- Last AIS position: 46°9.2′N · 072°56.9′W · Speed 10.4 kn · under way · received 15 October 2026 at 06:04 UTC
- Destination: Montreal (CA MTR)
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Frequently asked questions
What are the dimensions of TONGALA?
The vessel has a length overall of 260 metres and a beam of 32.25 metres. It operates with a maximum draught of 11 metres.
What is the cargo capacity of TONGALA?
The vessel has a deadweight tonnage of 50,828 metric tonnes. Its gross tonnage is recorded at 40,030.
Which shipyard built TONGALA?
The vessel was built by Samsung Heavy Industries Co., Ltd. - Koje Shipyard. It was completed in 2004 and is now in its 22nd year of service.
How many inspections has the vessel undergone?
Over the last 36 months it has had 11 port state control (PSC) inspections and no detentions, with 22 deficiencies recorded. The most recent inspection was on 10 July 2026. All-time records show 62 inspections since 2004 and no detentions.
What is the flag and home port of TONGALA?
The vessel currently flies the Liberian flag. Its registered home port is Monrovia.
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