MATADI EXPRESS (IMO 9405112)
MATADI EXPRESS 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 13,760 metric tonnes and a gross tonnage of 9,957. At this size, the vessel is configured for regional containerized cargo operations. MATADI EXPRESS is classed by Lloyd's Register, which is a member of the International Association of Classification Societies (IACS). The vessel has been observed in West Africa, the Mediterranean Sea, and West Europe over recent periods. It has a history of 5 former names and has operated under 7 different flags. Over the last 36 months it has had 5 port state control (PSC) inspections and no detentions. The most recent inspection was on 26 April 2026.
- Type: Container Ship
- Flag: Liberia
- Year built: 2008
- MMSI: 636093081
- Call sign: 5LCX8
- Gross tonnage: 9957
- Deadweight: 13760 t
- Beam: 23.25 m
- Home port: MONROVIA - 93081
- Port State Control (PSC) inspections: 38 since 2009
- PSC detentions in the last 36 months: 0
- Last PSC detention: 26/07/2017, Lae (Tokyo MoU)
- Last PSC inspection: 26/04/2026
- Registered owner: HLAG VESSEL HOLDING LTD (Germany)
- Ship manager: HAPAG-LLOYD AG (Germany)
- ISM manager: HL CREWMANAGEMENT GMBH (Germany)
- Last AIS position: 0°19.7′N · 009°23.7′E · Speed 10.0 kn · received 15 October 2026 at 11:37 UTC
- Destination: Port Owendo (GA OWE)
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Frequently asked questions
What is the vessel type and age of MATADI EXPRESS?
MATADI EXPRESS is a container ship built in 2008. It is currently in its 18th year of service.
What are the engine specifications for MATADI EXPRESS?
The vessel is equipped with a main engine providing 9,730 kW of power. This power rating supports its operations as a container carrier.
What is the dimension profile of MATADI EXPRESS?
The vessel has a beam of 23.25 metres. It carries a deadweight tonnage of 13,760 metric tonnes and a gross tonnage of 9,957.
How many inspections has the vessel undergone?
Over the last 36 months it has had 5 port state control (PSC) inspections and no detentions, with no deficiencies recorded. The most recent inspection was on 26 April 2026. All-time records show 38 inspections since 2009 and 2 detentions. The most recent detention was on 26 July 2017.
What is the flag and MoU status of MATADI EXPRESS?
The vessel currently flies the Liberian flag. It is categorized within the white band for both the Paris MoU and the Tokyo MoU.
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