MONTPELLIER (IMO 9314973)
MONTPELLIER is a Container Ship built in 2006 and flying the Liberia flag, placing it in its 20th year of service. The vessel reports a deadweight tonnage of 39,418 metric tonnes, a gross tonnage of 28,927, and a length overall of 222.17 metres. This size profile is typical for medium-sized container vessels engaged in regional liner services. MONTPELLIER is classed by DNV-GL (ex DNV), which is an IACS member. The vessel has been observed in the Mediterranean Sea and West Africa over recent periods. It has operated under two former flags and has been known by six former names. Over the last 36 months it has had 2 port state control (PSC) inspections and 1 detention. The most recent inspection was on 18 October 2025.
- Type: Container Ship
- Flag: Liberia
- Year built: 2006
- MMSI: 636090971
- Call sign: A8IG2
- Gross tonnage: 28927
- Deadweight: 39418 t
- Length overall: 222.17 m
- Beam: 30 m
- Home port: MONROVIA
- Port State Control (PSC) inspections: 45 since 2007
- PSC detentions in the last 36 months: 1
- Last PSC detention: 10/09/2024, Ancona (Paris MoU)
- Last PSC inspection: 18/10/2025
- Registered owner: MONTPELLIER NAVITOSA SCHIFFS (Germany)
- Ship manager · ISM manager: WILHELMSEN AHRENKIEL SHIP (Netherlands)
- Ship manager · DOC holder: Wilhelmsen Ahrenkiel Ship Management GmbH & Co. KG (Germany)
- Last AIS position: 33°36.7′N · 007°35.8′W · Speed 0.0 kn · moored · received 19 October 2026 at 02:07 UTC
- Destination: Algeciras (ES ALG) · ETA 21 October 2026 at 07:00 UTC (as broadcast by the vessel)
Frequently asked questions
What are the dimensions of MONTPELLIER?
The vessel has a length overall of 222.17 metres and a beam of 30 metres. It operates with a maximum draught of 12.019 metres.
What is the capacity of MONTPELLIER?
The ship has a deadweight tonnage of 39,418 metric tonnes. Its gross tonnage is recorded at 28,927.
Which classification society maintains MONTPELLIER?
The vessel is classed by DNV-GL (ex DNV), which is an IACS member. Its current class notation includes Container carrier BIS DG(P) E0 NAUTICUS(Newbuilding) TMON.
How many inspections has the vessel undergone?
Over the last 36 months it has had 2 port state control (PSC) inspections and 1 detention, with 5 deficiencies recorded. The most recent inspection was on 18 October 2025. All-time records show 45 inspections since 2007 and 4 detentions. The most recent detention was on 10 September 2024.
Where has MONTPELLIER been operating recently?
The vessel has been observed in the Mediterranean Sea and West Africa. These regions represent its most recent recorded geographic areas of operation.
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