DOUALA EXPRESS (IMO 9403463)
DOUALA EXPRESS is a Container Ship built in 2009 and flying the Liberia flag, placing it in its 17th year of service. The vessel reports a deadweight tonnage of 13,702 metric tonnes and a gross tonnage of 9,957. At this size, it is configured for regional containerized cargo operations. DOUALA EXPRESS is classed by DNV, which is a member of the International Association of Classification Societies (IACS). The vessel has been observed in the West Africa region. It has operated under five different flag states and has been known by three former names. Over the last 36 months it has had 3 port state control (PSC) inspections and no detentions. The most recent inspection was on 15 January 2025.
- Type: Container Ship
- Flag: Liberia
- Year built: 2009
- MMSI: 636093108
- Call sign: 5LFX7
- Gross tonnage: 9957
- Deadweight: 13702 t
- Length overall: 147 m
- Beam: 23 m
- Port State Control (PSC) inspections: 21 since 2009
- PSC detentions in the last 36 months: 0
- Last PSC detention: 12/03/2019, La spezia (Paris MoU)
- Last PSC inspection: 15/01/2025
- Registered owner: HLAG VESSEL HOLDING LTD (Germany)
- Ship manager: HAPAG-LLOYD AG (Germany)
- ISM manager: HL CREWMANAGEMENT GMBH (Germany)
- Last AIS position: 8°47.1′S · 013°16.4′E · Speed 9.7 kn · received 21 September 2026 at 16:37 UTC
- Destination: Luanda (AO LAD)
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Frequently asked questions
What is the vessel type and age of DOUALA EXPRESS?
DOUALA EXPRESS is a container ship built in 2009. It is currently in its 17th year of service.
What are the tonnage specifications for DOUALA EXPRESS?
The vessel has a deadweight tonnage of 13,702 metric tonnes. Its gross tonnage is recorded at 9,957.
Which classification society maintains DOUALA EXPRESS?
The vessel is classed by DNV, which is an IACS member. Its current classification status is listed as Reinstated.
Where has DOUALA EXPRESS been operating recently?
The vessel has been observed in the West Africa region. This area is one of the primary geographic locations for its recent maritime activity.
How many PSC inspections has the vessel undergone?
Over the last 36 months it has had 3 port state control (PSC) inspections and no detentions, with no deficiencies recorded. The most recent inspection was on 15 January 2025. All-time records show 21 inspections since 2009 and 1 detention. The most recent detention was on 12 March 2019.
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