MEXICAN GIANT (IMO 9400485)
MEXICAN GIANT is a Heavy Load Carrier built in 2008 and flying the Mexico flag, placing it in its 18th year of service. The vessel reports a deadweight tonnage of 6,763 metric tonnes and a gross tonnage of 18,189. This vessel is configured for specialized heavy lift or heavy load operations. MEXICAN GIANT is classed by DNV, which is a member of the International Association of Classification Societies (IACS). The vessel has been observed in West Africa, West Europe, and the Middle America and Gulf of Mexico regions. It has a history of 5 former names and has operated under 9 different flags. Over the last 36 months it has had 2 port state control (PSC) inspections and 2 detentions. The most recent inspection was on 17 September 2026.
- Type: Heavy Load Carrier
- Flag: Mexico
- Year built: 2008
- MMSI: 345070396
- Call sign: XCBO6
- Gross tonnage: 18189
- Deadweight: 6763 t
- Length overall: 179.63 m
- Beam: 25.4 m
- Home port: ISLA DEL CARMEN
- Port State Control (PSC) inspections: 8 since 2012
- PSC detentions in the last 36 months: 2
- Last PSC detention: 17/09/2026, Nigeria, Port of Onne (Abuja MoU)
- Last PSC inspection: 17/09/2026
- Registered owner: HF OFFSHORE MEXICO (Mexico)
- Ship manager: HF OFFSHORE SERVICES MEXICO (Mexico)
- ISM manager · DOC holder: HF OFFSHORE TOWING SAPI DE CV (Mexico)
Frequently asked questions
What is the vessel type of MEXICAN GIANT?
MEXICAN GIANT is a Heavy Load Carrier. It was built in 2008 and is currently in its 18th year of service.
What are the tonnage specifications for MEXICAN GIANT?
The vessel has a gross tonnage of 18,189. Its deadweight tonnage is recorded at 6,763 metric tonnes.
Which classification society manages MEXICAN GIANT?
The vessel is classed by DNV, which is an IACS member. Its current classification status is listed as Reinstated.
Where has MEXICAN GIANT been operating recently?
The vessel has been observed in West Africa and West Europe. It has also been active in the Middle America and Gulf of Mexico region.
How many inspections has the vessel undergone?
Over the last 36 months it has had 2 port state control (PSC) inspections and 2 detentions, with 62 deficiencies recorded. The most recent inspection was on 17 September 2026. All-time records show 8 inspections since 2012 and 2 detentions. The most recent detention was on 17 September 2026.
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