APL ISLANDER (IMO 9360142)
APL ISLANDER is a Container Ship built in 2007 and flying the United States of America flag, placing it in its 19th year of service. The vessel reports a deadweight tonnage of 21,257 metric tonnes, a gross tonnage of 17,594, and a length overall of 170 metres. This vessel is configured for containerized cargo transport within regional trade routes. APL ISLANDER is classed by DNV, which is a member of the International Association of Classification Societies (IACS). The vessel has been observed in East Asia and the New Guinea Pacific regions. It has previously operated under seven different flag states and has been known by two former names. Over the last 36 months it has had 6 port state control (PSC) inspections and no detentions. The most recent inspection was on 17 July 2026.
- Type: Container Ship
- Flag: United States of America
- Year built: 2007
- MMSI: 338459000
- Call sign: KGMQ
- Gross tonnage: 17594
- Deadweight: 21257 t
- Length overall: 170 m
- Beam: 27.2 m
- Home port: WILMINGTON, DE
- Port State Control (PSC) inspections: 39 since 2007
- PSC detentions in the last 36 months: 0
- Last PSC inspection: 17/07/2026
- Registered owner: APL ISLANDER TRUST (USA)
- Ship manager · ISM manager · DOC holder: APL MARITIME LTD (USA)
- Last AIS position: 8°7.3′N · 142°34.0′E · Speed 5.7 kn · under way · received 17 October 2026 at 15:53 UTC
- Destination: To be nominated
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Frequently asked questions
What are the dimensions of APL ISLANDER?
The vessel has a length overall of 170 metres and a beam of 27.2 metres. It operates with a maximum draught of 9.35 metres.
What is the capacity of APL ISLANDER?
The ship has a deadweight tonnage of 21,257 metric tonnes. Its gross tonnage is recorded at 17,594.
Which classification society manages APL ISLANDER?
The vessel is classed by DNV, which is an IACS member. Its current class notation is Container ship BIS E0 TMON(oil lubricated).
What is the PSC inspection history for this vessel?
Over the last 36 months it has had 6 port state control (PSC) inspections and no detentions, with 19 deficiencies recorded. The most recent inspection was on 17 July 2026. All-time records show 39 inspections since 2007 and no detentions.
Where has APL ISLANDER been operating recently?
The vessel has been observed in East Asia and the New Guinea Pacific. It is currently flying the United States of America flag.
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