SEALAND BALBOA (IMO 9376012)
SEALAND BALBOA is a Container Ship built in 2009 and flying the Portugal (MAR) flag, placing it in its 17th year of service. The vessel reports a deadweight tonnage of 34,186 metric tonnes, a gross tonnage of 26,435, and a length overall of 209 metres. This vessel is configured for containerized cargo transport within its specified capacity. SEALAND BALBOA is classed by DNV, which is a member of the International Association of Classification Societies (IACS). The vessel has been observed in the Middle America and Gulf of Mexico regions, as well as the North America West Coast. It has previously operated under five different flags and has been known by two former names. Over the last 36 months it has had 11 port state control (PSC) inspections and no detentions. The most recent inspection was on 9 July 2026.
- Type: Container Ship
- Flag: Portugal (MAR)
- Year built: 2009
- MMSI: 255805750
- Call sign: CQCA
- Gross tonnage: 26435
- Deadweight: 34186 t
- Length overall: 209 m
- Beam: 29.8 m
- Home port: Madeira
- Port State Control (PSC) inspections: 56 since 2009
- PSC detentions in the last 36 months: 0
- Last PSC inspection: 09/07/2026
- Registered owner: SINOCEANIC VIII LTD (Germany)
- Ship manager · ISM manager · DOC holder: WILHELMSEN AHRENKIEL SHIP (Germany)
- Last AIS position: 17°17.3′N · 101°28.9′W · Speed 9.9 kn · under way · received 16 October 2026 at 22:08 UTC
- Destination: To be nominated
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Frequently asked questions
What are the dimensions of SEALAND BALBOA?
The vessel has a length overall of 209 metres and a beam of 29.8 metres. It operates with a maximum draught of 11.6 metres.
Who is the classification society for SEALAND BALBOA?
SEALAND BALBOA is classed by DNV, which is an IACS member. The vessel currently holds a Reinstated status with specific notations including BWM and ERS.
What is the cargo capacity of this vessel?
The vessel has a deadweight tonnage of 34,186 metric tonnes. Its gross tonnage is recorded at 26,435.
How many inspections has the vessel undergone?
Over the last 36 months it has had 11 port state control (PSC) inspections and no detentions, with 6 deficiencies recorded. The most recent inspection was on 9 July 2026. All-time records show 56 inspections since 2009 and no detentions.
Where has SEALAND BALBOA been operating recently?
The vessel has been observed in the Middle America and Gulf of Mexico regions. It has also been recorded near the North America West Coast.
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