UAL FORTITUDE (IMO 9402079)
UAL FORTITUDE is a General Cargo Ship built in 2008 and flying the Portugal (MAR) flag, placing it in its 18th year of service. The vessel reports a deadweight tonnage of 12,561 metric tonnes, a gross tonnage of 9,611, and a length overall of 138 metres. This size and type suggest its utility in regional cargo transport and versatile maritime trades. UAL FORTITUDE is classed by Bureau Veritas, which is a member of the International Association of Classification Societies (IACS). The vessel has been observed in West Africa, the South America East Coast, and the Gulf of Mexico over recent periods. It has been registered under five former names and five different flag states. Over the last 36 months it has had 14 port state control (PSC) inspections and no detentions. The most recent inspection was on 29 July 2026.
- Type: General Cargo Ship
- Flag: Portugal (MAR)
- Year built: 2008
- MMSI: 255806369
- Call sign: CQEF6
- Gross tonnage: 9611
- Deadweight: 12561 t
- Length overall: 138 m
- Beam: 21 m
- Port State Control (PSC) inspections: 77 since 2008
- PSC detentions in the last 36 months: 0
- Last PSC detention: 01/09/2014, Bremen (Paris MoU)
- Last PSC inspection: 29/07/2026
- Registered owner: WAVE SHIPPING INTERNATIONAL (United Kingdom)
- Ship manager · ISM manager: CARISBROOKE SHIPPING LTD (United Kingdom)
- Last AIS position: 12°12.0′N · 062°24.3′W · Speed 13.6 kn · under way · received 10 October 2026 at 00:57 UTC
- Destination: Wilmington (US ILG) · ETA 15 October 2026 at 19:23 UTC (as broadcast by the vessel)
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Frequently asked questions
What is the vessel type and age of UAL FORTITUDE?
UAL FORTITUDE is a General Cargo Ship. It was built in 2008 and is currently in its 18th year of service.
What are the dimensions of UAL FORTITUDE?
The vessel has a length overall of 138 metres and a beam of 21 metres. It possesses a deadweight tonnage of 12,561 metric tonnes.
Which classification society maintains UAL FORTITUDE?
The vessel is classed by Bureau Veritas. This society is a recognized member of the International Association of Classification Societies (IACS).
Where has UAL FORTITUDE been operating recently?
The vessel has been observed in West Africa and the South America East Coast. It has also been recorded in the Middle America and Gulf of Mexico region.
What is the PSC inspection history for UAL FORTITUDE?
Over the last 36 months it has had 14 port state control (PSC) inspections and no detentions; the deficiency count is reported for 13 of them. The most recent inspection was on 29 July 2026. All-time records show 77 inspections since 2008 and 1 detention. The most recent detention was on 1 September 2014.
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