ELBSUMMER (IMO 9386718)
ELBSUMMER 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 17,894 metric tonnes, a gross tonnage of 17,488, and a length overall of 168.11 metres. This size profile is typical for regional container feeder operations. ELBSUMMER is classed by DNV, which is a member of the International Association of Classification Societies (IACS). The vessel has been observed in West Europe and North Europe over recent periods. It has operated under four former flags and has been registered under two former names. Over the last 36 months it has had 5 port state control (PSC) inspections and no detentions. The most recent inspection was on 12 December 2025.
- Type: Container Ship
- Flag: Portugal (MAR)
- Year built: 2009
- MMSI: 255805884
- Call sign: CQYE
- Gross tonnage: 17488
- Deadweight: 17894 t
- Length overall: 168.11 m
- Beam: 26.8 m
- Home port: MADEIRA
- Port State Control (PSC) inspections: 24 since 2009
- PSC detentions in the last 36 months: 0
- Last PSC detention: 20/01/2010, Hamburg (Paris MoU)
- Last PSC inspection: 12/12/2025
- Registered owner: ELBSOMMER GMBH & CO KG (Germany)
- Ship manager: ELBDEICH BEREEDERUNGS GMBH (Germany)
- ISM manager · DOC holder: USC BARNKRUG GMBH & CO KG (Germany)
- Last AIS position: 61°7.9′N · 021°26.0′E · Speed 0.0 kn · moored · received 11 October 2026 at 14:37 UTC
- Destination: Rauma (Raumo) (FI RAU)
Frequently asked questions
What are the dimensions of ELBSUMMER?
The vessel has a length overall of 168.11 metres and a beam of 26.8 metres. It operates with a maximum draught of 9.6 metres.
Who is the builder of ELBSUMMER?
The vessel was built by J.J. Sietas KG Schiffswerft GmbH & Co. It was completed in 2009 and is now in its 17th year of service.
What is the cargo capacity of ELBSUMMER?
The vessel has a deadweight tonnage of 17,894 metric tonnes. Its gross tonnage is recorded at 17,488.
What is the classification of ELBSUMMER?
ELBSUMMER is classed by DNV, which is an IACS member. The current class notation is Container ship SOLAS-II-2, Reg.19 E4(H) Open-top.
How many PSC inspections has the vessel undergone?
Over the last 36 months it has had 5 port state control (PSC) inspections and no detentions, with 8 deficiencies recorded. The most recent inspection was on 12 December 2025. All-time records show 24 inspections since 2009 and 1 detention. The most recent detention was on 20 January 2010.
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