MAERSK RIO NEGRO (IMO 9357975)
MAERSK RIO NEGRO is a Container Ship built in 2008 and flying the Singapore flag, placing it in its 18th year of service. The vessel reports a deadweight tonnage of 80,409, a gross tonnage of 73,899, and a length overall of 287 metres. This vessel is configured for containerized cargo transport within global trade routes. MAERSK RIO NEGRO is classed by the American Bureau of Shipping, which is a member of the International Association of Classification Societies. The vessel has been observed in the Indian Ocean, the Java Sea, and the Singapore Strait over recent periods. It has previously operated under two former names and two different flag states. Over the last 36 months it has had 7 port state control (PSC) inspections and no detentions. The most recent inspection was on 13 April 2026.
- Type: Container Ship
- Flag: Singapore
- Year built: 2008
- MMSI: 563052300
- Call sign: 9V8402
- Gross tonnage: 73899
- Deadweight: 80409 t
- Length overall: 287 m
- Beam: 40 m
- Port State Control (PSC) inspections: 44 since 2009
- PSC detentions in the last 36 months: 0
- Last PSC detention: 02/05/2022, Sydney (Indian Ocean MoU / Tokyo MoU)
- Last PSC inspection: 13/04/2026
- Registered owner: MOLLER SINGAPORE AP PTE LTD (Singapore)
- Ship manager · ISM manager: MAERSK A/S (Denmark)
- Last AIS position: 4°35.2′S · 112°16.4′E · Speed 14.9 kn · under way · received 15 October 2026 at 23:46 UTC
- Destination: Sydney (AU SYD) · ETA 25 October 2026 at 19:30 UTC (as broadcast by the vessel)
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Frequently asked questions
What is the vessel type and age of MAERSK RIO NEGRO?
MAERSK RIO NEGRO is a Container Ship built in 2008. It is currently in its 18th year of service.
What are the dimensions of MAERSK RIO NEGRO?
The vessel has a length overall of 287 metres and a beam of 40 metres. These dimensions support its capacity as an 80,409 DWT container vessel.
Which classification society maintains MAERSK RIO NEGRO?
The vessel is classed by the American Bureau of Shipping. 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 7 port state control (PSC) inspections and no detentions, with 9 deficiencies recorded. The most recent inspection was on 13 April 2026. All-time records show 44 inspections since 2009 and 1 detention. The most recent detention was on 2 May 2022.
Where has MAERSK RIO NEGRO been recently observed?
The vessel has been observed in the Indian Ocean, the Java Sea, and the Singapore Strait. It also has a history of operating in the South East Asia and Australia/New Zealand regions.
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