GOLIATH LEADER is a Vehicles Carrier built in 2008 and flying the Bahamas flag, placing it in its 18th year of service. The vessel reports a deadweight tonnage of 20,958 metric tonnes, a gross tonnage of 57,692, and a length overall of 199.91 metres. This vessel is configured for the specialized transport of automotive cargo. GOLIATH LEADER is classed by DNV-GL (ex DNV), which is an IACS member. The vessel has been observed in West Europe, East Asia, and South Africa over recent periods. It has previously operated under one former name and one former flag. Over the last 36 months it has had 14 port state control (PSC) inspections and no detentions. The most recent inspection was on 24 August 2026.
The vessel has a length overall of 199.91 metres and a beam of 32.24 metres. It operates with a maximum draught of 10 metres.
The vessel is classed by DNV-GL (ex DNV), which is an IACS member. Its current class notation includes Car carrier BMON E0 and Ice(C) capabilities.
The vessel has a deadweight tonnage of 20,958 metric tonnes. It also reports a gross tonnage of 57,692.
Over the last 36 months it has had 14 port state control (PSC) inspections and no detentions, with 7 deficiencies recorded. The most recent inspection was on 24 August 2026. All-time records show 63 inspections since 2008 and 1 detention. The most recent detention was on 11 February 2013.
The vessel has been observed in West Europe, East Asia, and South Africa. It has also been noted in South East Asia and West Africa.
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