KALAHARI EXPRESS (IMO 9400095)

KALAHARI EXPRESS is a Container Ship built in 2010 and flying the Liberia flag, placing it in its 16th year of service. The vessel reports a deadweight tonnage of 81,002 metric tonnes and a gross tonnage of 75,752. This capacity is consistent with medium-to-large scale containerized cargo operations. The vessel is classed by an IACS member society. Recent geographic observations place the vessel in South Africa, East Asia, and East Africa. It has previously operated under seven different flag states and has been known by three former names. Over the last 36 months it has had 4 port state control (PSC) inspections and no detentions. The most recent inspection was on 20 July 2026.

Frequently asked questions

What is the vessel type and age of KALAHARI EXPRESS?

KALAHARI EXPRESS is a container ship built in 2010. It is currently in its 16th year of service.

What are the tonnage specifications for KALAHARI EXPRESS?

The vessel has a deadweight tonnage of 81,002 metric tonnes. Its gross tonnage is recorded at 75,752.

Which flag does the vessel currently fly?

The vessel flies the Liberian flag. Throughout its history, it has operated under seven different flag states.

What is the PSC inspection history for this vessel?

Over the last 36 months it has had 4 port state control (PSC) inspections and no detentions, with 11 deficiencies recorded. The most recent inspection was on 20 July 2026. All-time records show 31 inspections since 2011 and 1 detention. The most recent detention was on 7 June 2018.

Where has KALAHARI EXPRESS been recently observed?

The vessel has been observed in South Africa, East Africa, and East/South East Asia. These regions represent its recent operational geographic areas.

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