RAPHAELA (IMO 9365831)
RAPHAELA is a Container Ship built in 2008 and flying the Marshall Islands flag, placing it in its 18th year of service. The vessel reports a deadweight tonnage of 26,811 metric tonnes and a gross tonnage of 21,092. At this capacity, it is configured for regional containerized cargo transport. RAPHAELA is classed by the American Bureau of Shipping, which is an IACS member. The vessel has been observed in the Mediterranean Sea, the North America East Coast, and West Europe. It has previously operated under four different names and seven different flags. Over the last 36 months it has had 5 port state control (PSC) inspections and no detentions. The most recent inspection was on 17 August 2026.
- Type: Container Ship
- Flag: Marshall Islands
- Year built: 2008
- MMSI: 538011323
- Call sign: V7A6960
- Gross tonnage: 21092
- Deadweight: 26811 t
- Length overall: 182 m
- Beam: 27 m
- Port State Control (PSC) inspections: 36 since 2008
- PSC detentions in the last 36 months: 0
- Last PSC detention: 24/11/2011, Syros (Syra) (Paris MoU)
- Last PSC inspection: 17/08/2026
- Registered owner: YOGI BEAR SHIPPING CO (Greece)
- Ship manager · ISM manager: CASTOR SHIPS SA (Greece)
- Last AIS position: 32°22.8′N · 015°17.7′E · Speed 10.7 kn · under way · received 11 October 2026 at 14:00 UTC
- Destination: Mellitah (Qasr Ahmed) (LY MEL)
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Frequently asked questions
What is the vessel type and age of RAPHAELA?
RAPHAELA is a container ship built in 2008. It is currently in its 18th year of service.
What are the tonnage specifications for RAPHAELA?
The vessel has a deadweight tonnage of 26,811 metric tonnes. Its gross tonnage is recorded at 21,092.
Which classification society maintains RAPHAELA?
The vessel is classed by the American Bureau of Shipping. This society is a recognized member of the International Association of Classification Societies (IACS).
Where has RAPHAELA been operating recently?
The vessel has been observed in the Mediterranean Sea and the North America East Coast. It has also been recorded in West Europe.
What is the port-state control record for RAPHAELA?
Over the last 36 months it has had 5 port state control (PSC) inspections and no detentions, with 13 deficiencies recorded. The most recent inspection was on 17 August 2026. All-time records show 36 inspections since 2008 and 1 detention. The most recent detention was on 24 November 2011.
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