VIOLET SHANGHAI (IMO 9391799)
VIOLET SHANGHAI is a Container Ship built in 2008 and flying the Liberia flag, placing it in its 18th year of service. The vessel reports a deadweight tonnage of 41,977 metric tonnes, a gross tonnage of 36,007, and a length overall of 230.93 metres. This size profile is typical for medium-sized container vessels engaged in regional liner services. VIOLET SHANGHAI is classed by DNV-GL (ex GL), which is an IACS member. The vessel has been observed in the South China Sea, the Malacca Strait, and the Mediterranean Sea. It has previously operated under four different names and four different flag states. Over the last 36 months it has had 8 port state control (PSC) inspections and no detentions. The most recent inspection was on 31 December 2025.
- Type: Container Ship
- Flag: Liberia
- Year built: 2008
- MMSI: 636024261
- Call sign: A8PA9
- Gross tonnage: 36007
- Deadweight: 41977 t
- Length overall: 230.93 m
- Beam: 32.2 m
- Home port: Monrovia
- Port State Control (PSC) inspections: 32 since 2010
- PSC detentions in the last 36 months: 0
- Last PSC inspection: 31/12/2025
- Registered owner · Ship manager: VIOLET SHANGHAI CO LTD (Marshall Islands)
- ISM manager · DOC holder: BERNHARD SCHULTE-IND (India)
- Last AIS position: 25°3.8′N · 119°59.0′E · Speed 14.8 kn · under way · received 14 October 2026 at 02:15 UTC
- Destination: Pipavav (Victor) Port (IN PAV)
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Frequently asked questions
What are the dimensions of VIOLET SHANGHAI?
The vessel has a length overall of 230.93 metres and a beam of 32.2 metres. It is designed with a maximum draught of 12 metres.
Which classification society maintains VIOLET SHANGHAI?
The vessel is classed by DNV-GL (ex GL), which is an IACS member. Its current class notation is Container ship SOLAS-II-2,Reg.19 E(H) IW RSD.
What is the cargo capacity of VIOLET SHANGHAI?
The vessel has a deadweight tonnage of 41,977 metric tonnes. It also reports a gross tonnage of 36,007.
How many inspections has the vessel undergone?
Over the last 36 months it has had 8 port state control (PSC) inspections and no detentions, with 31 deficiencies recorded. The most recent inspection was on 31 December 2025. All-time records show 32 inspections since 2010 and no detentions.
What is the history of the vessel's names and flags?
The vessel has been registered under 4 former names during its service life. It has also operated under 4 different flag states prior to its current Liberian registry.
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