PAOLO is a Container Ship built in 2008 and flying the Malta flag, placing it in its 18th year of service. The vessel reports a deadweight tonnage of 50,818 metric tonnes, a gross tonnage of 40,030, and a length overall of 260.032 metres. This size and capacity are typical for medium-sized container vessels engaged in regional and intercontinental liner trades. PAOLO is classed by DNV-GL (ex DNV), which is an IACS member. The vessel has been observed in the Mediterranean Sea, West Africa, and South Asia over recent periods. It has been registered under five former names and has operated under one previous flag state. Over the last 36 months it has had 9 port state control (PSC) inspections and no detentions. The most recent inspection was on 15 February 2026.
The vessel has a length overall of 260.032 metres and a beam of 32.25 metres. It is designed with a maximum draught of 12.6 metres.
The vessel was built by Samsung Heavy Industries Co., Ltd. - Koje Shipyard. It was completed in 2008 and is currently in its 18th year of service.
The ship has a deadweight tonnage of 50,818 metric tonnes. Its gross tonnage is recorded at 40,030.
Over the last 36 months it has had 9 port state control (PSC) inspections and no detentions, with 4 deficiencies recorded. The most recent inspection was on 15 February 2026. All-time records show 43 inspections since 2008 and no detentions.
The vessel is classed by DNV-GL (ex DNV), which is an IACS member. Its specific class notation includes Container carrier BIS E0 NAUTICUS(Newbuilding) RSCS+ TMON.
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