SWALLOW ACE (IMO 9338620)
SWALLOW ACE is a Vehicles Carrier built in 2007 and flying the Japan flag, placing it in its 19th year of service. The vessel reports a deadweight tonnage of 18,864 metric tonnes, a gross tonnage of 58,599, and a length overall of 199 metres. This vessel is configured for the specialized transport of automotive cargo. SWALLOW ACE is classed by Nippon Kaiji Kyokai, which is an IACS member. The vessel has been observed in the Singapore Strait, East Asia, and the West Coast of North America. It has previously operated under one former name and two former flag states. Over the last 36 months it has had 5 port state control (PSC) inspections and no detentions. The most recent inspection was on 29 March 2026.
- Type: Vehicles Carrier
- Flag: Japan
- Year built: 2007
- MMSI: 431839000
- Call sign: 7KNF
- Gross tonnage: 58599
- Deadweight: 18864 t
- Length overall: 199 m
- Beam: 32 m
- Port State Control (PSC) inspections: 57 since 2007
- PSC detentions in the last 36 months: 0
- Last PSC detention: 05/10/2017, Fremantle (Indian Ocean MoU / Tokyo MoU)
- Last PSC inspection: 29/03/2026
- Registered owner · Ship manager: MITSUI OSK LINES LTD (Japan)
- ISM manager: MOL SHIP MANAGEMENT SINGAPORE
- Last AIS position: 17°12.5′S · 036°23.9′W · Speed 19.7 kn · under way · received 11 October 2026 at 06:13 UTC
- Destination: Zárate (AR ZAE) · ETA 14 October 2026 at 20:00 UTC (as broadcast by the vessel)
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Frequently asked questions
What is the vessel type and age of SWALLOW ACE?
SWALLOW ACE is a Vehicles Carrier built in 2007. It is currently in its 19th year of service.
What are the dimensions of SWALLOW ACE?
The vessel has a length overall of 199 metres and a beam of 32 metres. It possesses a gross tonnage of 58,599.
Which classification society manages SWALLOW ACE?
The vessel is classed by Nippon Kaiji Kyokai. This society is a recognized member of the International Association of Classification Societies (IACS).
What is the PSC inspection history for this vessel?
Over the last 36 months it has had 5 port state control (PSC) inspections and no detentions, with 8 deficiencies recorded. The most recent inspection was on 29 March 2026. All-time records show 57 inspections since 2007 and 1 detention. The most recent detention was on 5 October 2017.
Where has SWALLOW ACE been recently observed?
The vessel has been spotted in several regions including the Singapore Strait and East Asia. It has also been observed near the West Coast of North America.
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