MACAO (IMO 9362724)
MACAO is a Container Ship built in 2008 and flying the Portugal (MAR) flag, placing it in its 18th year of service. The vessel reports a deadweight tonnage of 25,903 metric tonnes and a gross tonnage of 21,018. This size profile is typical for regional container feeder operations. MACAO 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 West Europe, the Mediterranean Sea, and West Africa. It has a history of 8 former names and has operated under 5 different flags. Over the last 36 months it has had 4 port state control (PSC) inspections and no detentions. The most recent inspection was on 13 June 2025.
- Type: Container Ship
- Flag: Portugal (MAR)
- Year built: 2008
- MMSI: 255805611
- Call sign: CQFJ
- Gross tonnage: 21018
- Deadweight: 25903 t
- Port State Control (PSC) inspections: 33 since 2008
- PSC detentions in the last 36 months: 0
- Last PSC detention: 23/09/2013, Marsaxlokk (Mediterranean MoU)
- Last PSC inspection: 13/06/2025
- Registered owner: MACAO GMBH & CO KG (Germany)
- Ship manager · ISM manager: TB MARINE CONT SHIPMANAGEMENT (Germany)
- Last AIS position: 20°53.7′N · 017°3.1′W · Speed 11.5 kn · under way · received 6 October 2026 at 13:02 UTC
- Destination: Nouadhibou (MR NDB)
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Frequently asked questions
What is the vessel type and age of MACAO?
MACAO is a container ship built in 2008. It is currently in its 18th year of service.
What are the tonnage specifications for MACAO?
The vessel has a deadweight tonnage of 25,903 metric tonnes. Its gross tonnage is recorded at 21,018.
Which classification society manages MACAO?
MACAO is classed by the American Bureau of Shipping. This society is a member of the International Association of Classification Societies (IACS).
Where has MACAO been recently observed?
The vessel has been observed in West Europe, the Mediterranean Sea, and West Africa. These regions represent its recent geographic trading areas.
What is the PSC inspection history for MACAO?
Over the last 36 months it has had 4 port state control (PSC) inspections and no detentions, with 10 deficiencies recorded. The most recent inspection was on 13 June 2025. All-time records show 33 inspections since 2008 and 2 detentions. The most recent detention was on 23 September 2013.
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