CARLA (IMO 9319868)
CARLA is a Container Ship built in 2004 and flying the Portugal (MAR) flag, placing it in its 22nd year of service. The vessel reports a deadweight tonnage of 9,193 metric tonnes and a gross tonnage of 6,901. At this capacity, it is configured for regional containerized cargo operations. CARLA is classed by Registro Italiano Navale, which is an IACS member. The vessel has been observed in the Mediterranean Sea, West Africa, and West Europe over recent periods. It has a history of operating under 8 different flags and has been known by 7 former names. Over the last 36 months it has had 4 port state control (PSC) inspections and no detentions. The most recent inspection was on 16 September 2026.
- Type: Container Ship
- Flag: Portugal (MAR)
- Year built: 2004
- MMSI: 255805984
- Call sign: CQIK4
- Gross tonnage: 6901
- Deadweight: 9193 t
- Beam: 19.4 m
- Home port: MADEIRA - 2543
- Port State Control (PSC) inspections: 39 since 2005
- PSC detentions in the last 36 months: 0
- Last PSC detention: 28/04/2017, Dublin (Paris MoU)
- Last PSC inspection: 16/09/2026
- Registered owner · Ship manager: VESPERTILIO LDA (Funchal Portugal)
- ISM manager: ALPHA SHIPPING CO SIA (Latvia)
- Last AIS position: 36°53.2′N · 006°54.6′E · under way · received 12 October 2026 at 18:45 UTC
- Destination: Skikda (ex Philippeville) (DZ SKI)
Frequently asked questions
What is the vessel type and age of CARLA?
CARLA is a container ship built in 2004. It is currently in its 22nd year of service.
What are the engine specifications for CARLA?
The vessel is equipped with a main engine rated at 7,200 kW. This power output supports its operations as a container carrier.
What is the dimension of the vessel?
The vessel has a moulded beam of 19.4 metres. Specific length overall and draught measurements are not provided in the current record.
How many inspections has CARLA undergone?
Over the last 36 months it has had 4 port state control (PSC) inspections and no detentions, with 11 deficiencies recorded. The most recent inspection was on 16 September 2026. All-time records show 39 inspections since 2005 and 1 detention. The most recent detention was on 28 April 2017.
What is the classification of CARLA?
CARLA is classed by Registro Italiano Navale, which is an IACS member. The current class notation is # AUT-UMS ICE MON-SHAFT.
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