GRAND DUKE (IMO 9303170)
GRAND DUKE is a Vehicles Carrier built in 2005 and flying the Panama flag, placing it in its 21st year of service. The vessel reports a deadweight tonnage of 18,315 metric tonnes and a gross tonnage of 59,217. This vessel is configured for the transport of vehicle cargo. GRAND DUKE is classed by Korean Register, which is an IACS member. The vessel has been observed in East Asia, North America, and the Gulf of Mexico over recent periods. It has previously operated under one former name and one former flag. Over the last 36 months it has had 8 port state control (PSC) inspections and no detentions. The most recent inspection was on 21 May 2026.
- Type: Vehicles Carrier
- Flag: Marshall Islands
- Year built: 2005
- MMSI: 538012944
- Call sign: V7B3523
- Gross tonnage: 59217
- Deadweight: 18315 t
- Length overall: 199 m
- Beam: 32 m
- Home port: MAJURO
- Port State Control (PSC) inspections: 73 since 2006
- PSC detentions in the last 36 months: 0
- Last PSC detention: 24/11/2020, Antwerp (Paris MoU)
- Last PSC inspection: 21/05/2026
- Registered owner: EXCELLION MARITIME INC (China)
- Ship manager: CIDO SHIPPING HK CO LTD (China)
- Technical manager · ISM manager: CIDO SHIPPING KOREA CO LTD (South Korea)
- Last AIS position: 36°56.8′N · 075°58.9′W · Speed 8.1 kn · under way · received 12 October 2026 at 06:58 UTC
- Destination: Balboa (PA BLB) · ETA 18 October 2026 at 01:30 UTC (as broadcast by the vessel)
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Frequently asked questions
What type of vessel is GRAND DUKE?
GRAND DUKE is a Vehicles Carrier. It was built in 2005 and is currently in its 21st year of service.
What are the vessel's tonnage specifications?
The vessel has a gross tonnage of 59,217. It also reports a deadweight tonnage of 18,315 metric tonnes.
Which classification society maintains GRAND DUKE?
The vessel is classed by Korean Register. This society is a recognized member of the International Association of Classification Societies (IACS).
What is the engine specification for this vessel?
The main engine is a 1D: 2 SA 7 CY type. It is rated at a power output of 7 kW.
How many PSC inspections has the vessel undergone?
Over the last 36 months it has had 8 port state control (PSC) inspections and no detentions, with 11 deficiencies recorded. The most recent inspection was on 21 May 2026. All-time records show 73 inspections since 2006 and 1 detention. The most recent detention was on 24 November 2020.
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