AS COLUMBIA (IMO 9320037)
AS COLUMBIA is a Container Ship built in 2006 and flying the Portugal (MAR) flag, placing it in its 20th year of service. The vessel reports a deadweight tonnage of 37,929, a gross tonnage of 27,971, and a length overall of 221.72 metres. This size and configuration are typical for regional container transport operations. AS COLUMBIA is classed by DNV-GL (ex GL), which is an IACS member. The vessel has been observed in the Malacca Strait, Singapore Strait, and South East Asia over recent periods. It has previously operated under four different names and four different flags. Over the last 36 months it has had 9 port state control (PSC) inspections and no detentions. The most recent inspection was on 12 May 2025.
- Type: Container Ship
- Flag: Portugal (MAR)
- Year built: 2006
- MMSI: 255806072
- Call sign: CQIU6
- Gross tonnage: 27971
- Deadweight: 37929 t
- Length overall: 221.72 m
- Beam: 29.8 m
- Home port: MADEIRA
- Port State Control (PSC) inspections: 42 since 2007
- PSC detentions in the last 36 months: 0
- Last PSC inspection: 12/05/2025
- Registered owner: XIANG I15 INTERNATIONAL SHIP (Netherlands)
- Ship manager: CONTCHART BV (Netherlands)
- ISM manager · DOC holder: WILHELMSEN AHRENKIEL SHIP (Germany)
- Last AIS position: 23°5.2′N · 113°28.4′E · Speed 2.0 kn · under way · received 12 October 2026 at 06:12 UTC
- Destination: Guangzhou Pt (CN GZG)
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Frequently asked questions
What are the dimensions of AS COLUMBIA?
The vessel has a length overall of 221.72 metres and a beam of 29.8 metres. It operates with a maximum draught of 11.4 metres.
Who is the classification society for AS COLUMBIA?
AS COLUMBIA is classed by DNV-GL (ex GL). This society is a member of the International Association of Classification Societies (IACS).
What is the cargo capacity of AS COLUMBIA?
The vessel has a deadweight tonnage of 37,929 metric tonnes. Its gross tonnage is recorded at 27,971.
How many inspections has the vessel undergone?
Over the last 36 months it has had 9 port state control (PSC) inspections and no detentions, with 8 deficiencies recorded. The most recent inspection was on 12 May 2025. All-time records show 42 inspections since 2007 and no detentions.
Where has AS COLUMBIA been recently observed?
The vessel has been observed in the Malacca Strait and the Singapore Strait. It has also been active in South East Asia and East Africa.
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