KINGSTON (IMO 9389693)
KINGSTON 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 50,782 metric tonnes, a gross tonnage of 40,030, and a length overall of 260.014 metres. This size and configuration are typical for medium-sized container vessels engaged in regional or intercontinental liner services. KINGSTON is classed by DNV-GL (ex DNV), which is a member of the International Association of Classification Societies (IACS). The vessel has been observed in West Europe, the Mediterranean Sea, and the North America East Coast. It has been registered under four former names and has operated under one previous flag. Over the last 36 months it has had 10 port state control (PSC) inspections and no detentions. The most recent inspection was on 27 June 2026.
- Type: Container Ship
- Flag: Malta
- Year built: 2008
- MMSI: 249474000
- Call sign: 9HSZ9
- Gross tonnage: 40030
- Deadweight: 50782 t
- Length overall: 260.014 m
- Beam: 32.25 m
- Home port: VALLETTA
- Port State Control (PSC) inspections: 41 since 2009
- PSC detentions in the last 36 months: 0
- Last PSC inspection: 27/06/2026
- Registered owner: BALTICSEA MARINE INC (Greece)
- Ship manager · ISM manager · DOC holder: DANAOS SHIPPING CO LTD (Greece)
- Last AIS position: 40°38.6′N · 034°31.7′W · Speed 14.2 kn · under way · received 11 October 2026 at 18:28 UTC
- Destination: Iskenderun (ISK) (TR ISK) · ETA 22 October 2026 at 12:49 UTC (as broadcast by the vessel)
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Frequently asked questions
What are the dimensions of KINGSTON?
The vessel has a length overall of 260.014 metres and a beam of 32.25 metres. It operates with a maximum draught of 12.62 metres.
Which shipyard built the KINGSTON?
The vessel was constructed by Samsung Heavy Industries Co., Ltd. - Koje Shipyard. It was completed in 2008 and is now in its 18th year of service.
What is the cargo capacity of KINGSTON?
The ship has a deadweight tonnage of 50,782 metric tonnes. Its gross tonnage is recorded at 40,030.
How many inspections has the vessel undergone?
Over the last 36 months it has had 10 port state control (PSC) inspections and no detentions, with 5 deficiencies recorded. The most recent inspection was on 27 June 2026. All-time records show 41 inspections since 2009 and no detentions.
What is the classification of KINGSTON?
The vessel is classed by DNV-GL (ex DNV), which is an IACS member. Its current class notation is Container carrier BIS E0 NAUTICUS(Newbuilding) RSCS+ TMON.
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