PORGY (IMO 9409338)
PORGY is a Vehicles Carrier built in 2009 and flying the Norway (NIS) flag, placing it in its 17th year of service. The vessel reports a deadweight tonnage of 18,009 metric tonnes, a gross tonnage of 58,890, and a length overall of 199.98 metres. This vessel is configured for the transport of automotive cargo. PORGY is classed by DNV, which is a member of the International Association of Classification Societies. The vessel has been observed in East Asia and along the North America West Coast over recent periods. It has previously operated under one former name and two 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 9 July 2026.
- Type: Vehicles Carrier
- Flag: Norway (NIS)
- Year built: 2009
- MMSI: 257732000
- Call sign: LAWR8
- Gross tonnage: 58890
- Deadweight: 18009 t
- Length overall: 199.98 m
- Beam: 32.26 m
- Home port: BERGEN
- Port State Control (PSC) inspections: 68 since 2009
- PSC detentions in the last 36 months: 0
- Last PSC detention: 14/03/2023, Gwangyang (Tokyo MoU)
- Last PSC inspection: 09/07/2026
- Registered owner: WALL RO/RO AB (Sweden)
- Ship manager · ISM manager · DOC holder: WALLENIUS MARINE AB (Sweden)
- Last AIS position: 35°58.6′N · 126°34.5′E · Speed 16.4 kn · under way · received 9 October 2026 at 21:56 UTC
- Destination: Gunsan (KR KUV)
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Frequently asked questions
What is the vessel type and age of PORGY?
PORGY is a Vehicles Carrier built in 2009. It is currently in its 17th year of service.
What are the dimensions of PORGY?
The vessel has a length overall of 199.98 metres and a beam of 32.26 metres. It operates with a maximum draught of 9.6 metres.
Which classification society maintains PORGY?
PORGY is classed by DNV, which is an IACS member. The current class notation is Car carrier BWM(T) E0 Recyclable.
What is the PSC inspection history for PORGY?
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 9 July 2026. All-time records show 68 inspections since 2009 and 1 detention. The most recent detention was on 14 March 2023.
Where has PORGY been recently observed?
The vessel has been active in East Asia and the North America West Coast. These geographic areas represent its most recent observed trading regions.
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