MATILDE A (IMO 9292448)
MATILDE A is a Container Ship built in 2004 and flying the Turkey flag, placing it in its 22nd year of service. The vessel reports a deadweight tonnage of 17,145 metric tonnes, a gross tonnage of 14,067, and a length overall of 155 metres. This size profile is typical for regional container transport operations. MATILDE A is classed by the American Bureau of Shipping, which is a member of the International Association of Classification Societies. The vessel has been observed in West Africa, the Mediterranean Sea, and West Europe over recent periods. It has previously operated under four different flags and has been known by three former names. Over the last 36 months it has had 8 port state control (PSC) inspections and no detentions. The most recent inspection was on 16 June 2026.
- Type: Container Ship
- Flag: Turkey
- Year built: 2004
- MMSI: 271043163
- Call sign: TCUP2
- Gross tonnage: 14067
- Deadweight: 17145 t
- Length overall: 155 m
- Beam: 25 m
- Port State Control (PSC) inspections: 41 since 2005
- PSC detentions in the last 36 months: 0
- Last PSC detention: 02/11/2015, Constanta (Paris MoU)
- Last PSC inspection: 16/06/2026
- Registered owner: ARKAS KONTEYNER TASIMACILIK AS (Turkey)
- Ship manager · ISM manager: ARKAS DENIZCILIK VE NAKLIYAT (Turkey)
- Last AIS position: 29°39.4′N · 012°21.7′W · Speed 1.5 kn · under way · received 10 October 2026 at 20:20 UTC
- Destination: Nouakchott (MR NKC) · ETA 13 October 2026 at 08:00 UTC (as broadcast by the vessel)
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Frequently asked questions
What is the vessel type and age of MATILDE A?
MATILDE A is a container ship built in 2004. It is currently in its 22nd year of service.
What are the dimensions of MATILDE A?
The vessel has a length overall of 155 metres and a beam of 25 metres. It carries a deadweight tonnage of 17,145 metric tonnes.
Which classification society maintains MATILDE A?
The vessel is classed by the American Bureau of Shipping. This society is a member of the International Association of Classification Societies (IACS).
What is the PSC inspection history for MATILDE A?
Over the last 36 months it has had 8 port state control (PSC) inspections and no detentions, with 3 deficiencies recorded. The most recent inspection was on 16 June 2026. All-time records show 41 inspections since 2005 and 1 detention. The most recent detention was on 2 November 2015.
Where has MATILDE A been recently observed?
The vessel has been active in West Africa and the Mediterranean Sea. It has also been recorded operating in West Europe.
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