OOCL PANAMA (IMO 9355769)
OOCL PANAMA is a Container Ship built in 2008 and flying the Hong Kong, China flag, placing it in its 18th year of service. The vessel reports a deadweight tonnage of 50,633, a gross tonnage of 40,168, and a length overall of 260 metres. This size and type suggest it is configured for regional containerized cargo transport. OOCL PANAMA is classed by the American Bureau of Shipping, which is an IACS member. The vessel has been observed in the South China Sea, the Malacca Strait, and the Indian Ocean. It has previously operated under one former name and one former flag. Over the last 36 months it has had 10 port state control (PSC) inspections and no detentions. The most recent inspection was on 5 May 2026.
- Type: Container Ship
- Flag: Hong Kong, China
- Year built: 2008
- MMSI: 477056600
- Call sign: VRDU8
- Gross tonnage: 40168
- Deadweight: 50633 t
- Length overall: 260 m
- Beam: 32 m
- Port State Control (PSC) inspections: 45 since 2009
- PSC detentions in the last 36 months: 0
- Last PSC inspection: 05/05/2026
- Registered owner: NEWCONTAINER NO 127 MI SHPG (China)
- Ship manager · ISM manager: ORIENT OVERSEAS CONTAINER LINE (China)
- Last AIS position: 35°24.4′S · 136°9.7′E · Speed 12.2 kn · under way · received 7 October 2026 at 14:26 UTC
- Destination: Fremantle (AU FRE) · ETA 13 October 2026 at 23:00 UTC (as broadcast by the vessel)
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Frequently asked questions
What is the vessel type and age of OOCL PANAMA?
OOCL PANAMA is a Container Ship built in 2008. It is currently in its 18th year of service.
What are the dimensions of OOCL PANAMA?
The vessel has a length overall of 260 metres and a beam of 32 metres. It carries a deadweight tonnage of 50,633 metric tonnes.
Which classification society manages OOCL PANAMA?
The vessel is classed by the American Bureau of Shipping. This society is a 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 10 port state control (PSC) inspections and no detentions, with 9 deficiencies recorded. The most recent inspection was on 5 May 2026. All-time records show 45 inspections since 2009 and no detentions.
Where has OOCL PANAMA been recently observed?
The vessel has been active in the South China Sea and the Malacca Strait. It has also been observed in the Australia and New Zealand regions.
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