CHIQUITA EXPRESS (IMO 9304758)

CHIQUITA EXPRESS is a Container Ship built in 2005 and flying the Liberia flag, placing it in its 21st year of service. The vessel reports a deadweight tonnage of 35,465 metric tonnes and a gross tonnage of 27,059. At this capacity, it is configured for regional containerized cargo operations. CHIQUITA EXPRESS is classed by Registro Italiano Navale, which is an IACS member. The vessel has been observed in Middle America and the Gulf of Mexico, as well as the North America East Coast. It has previously operated under 7 different flags and 4 former names. Over the last 36 months it has had 5 port state control (PSC) inspections and no detentions. The most recent inspection was on 22 September 2026.

Frequently asked questions

What is the vessel type and age of CHIQUITA EXPRESS?

CHIQUITA EXPRESS is a container ship built in 2005. It is currently in its 21st year of service.

What are the dimensions and capacity of the vessel?

The vessel has a deadweight tonnage of 35,465 metric tonnes and a gross tonnage of 27,059. Its beam is recorded at 29.8 metres.

Which classification society manages CHIQUITA EXPRESS?

The vessel is classed by Registro Italiano Navale, which is an IACS member. Its current class notation is + AUT-UMS INWATERSURVEY +LA MON-SHAFT.

Where has the vessel been recently operating?

The vessel has been observed in the Gulf of Mexico and the North America East Coast. These regions are part of its recent geographic profile.

What is the port-state control record for this ship?

Over the last 36 months it has had 5 port state control (PSC) inspections and no detentions, with 4 deficiencies recorded. The most recent inspection was on 22 September 2026. All-time records show 52 inspections since 2006 and no detentions.

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