APL MINNESOTA (IMO 9350018)
APL MINNESOTA is a Container Ship built in 2008 and flying the Liberia flag, placing it in its 18th year of service. The vessel reports a deadweight tonnage of 72,912 metric tonnes and a gross tonnage of 71,787. This vessel is configured for containerized cargo transport operations. APL MINNESOTA is classed by Nippon Kaiji Kyokai, which is an IACS member. The vessel has been observed in West Europe, the North America East Coast, and the Gulf of Mexico over recent periods. It has previously operated under one former name and one former flag. Over the last 36 months it has had 11 port state control (PSC) inspections and no detentions. The most recent inspection was on 22 September 2026.
- Type: Container Ship
- Flag: Liberia
- Year built: 2008
- MMSI: 636013521
- Call sign: A8NM5
- Gross tonnage: 71787
- Deadweight: 72912 t
- Length overall: 294 m
- Beam: 40 m
- Port State Control (PSC) inspections: 55 since 2008
- PSC detentions in the last 36 months: 0
- Last PSC inspection: 22/09/2026
- Registered owner: LOS HALILLOS SHIPPING CO SA (Panama)
- Ship manager · ISM manager: SHOEI SHIP MANAGEMENT PTE LTD
- Last AIS position: 26°12.3′N · 079°16.3′W · Speed 11.8 kn · under way · received 18 October 2026 at 20:05 UTC
- Destination: Southampton (GB SOU) · ETA 30 October 2026 at 16:00 UTC (as broadcast by the vessel)
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Frequently asked questions
What is the vessel type and age of APL MINNESOTA?
APL MINNESOTA is a container ship built in 2008. It is currently in its 18th year of service.
What are the tonnage specifications for APL MINNESOTA?
The vessel has a deadweight tonnage of 72,912 metric tonnes. Its gross tonnage is recorded at 71,787.
Which classification society manages APL MINNESOTA?
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 11 port state control (PSC) inspections and no detentions; the deficiency count is reported for 8 of them. The most recent inspection was on 22 September 2026. All-time records show 55 inspections since 2008 and no detentions.
Where has APL MINNESOTA been recently observed?
The vessel has been active in West Europe and the North America East Coast. It has also been observed in the Middle America and Gulf of Mexico regions.
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