SANDERLING ACE (IMO 9409481)
SANDERLING ACE is a Vehicles Carrier built in 2007 and flying the Marshall Islands flag, placing it in its 19th year of service. The vessel reports a deadweight tonnage of 18,865 metric tonnes, a gross tonnage of 58,685, and a length overall of 199 metres. This vessel is configured for the specialized transport of automotive cargo. SANDERLING ACE is classed by Nippon Kaiji Kyokai, which is an IACS member. The vessel has been observed in the Mediterranean Sea, the Gulf of Mexico, and the North America East Coast over recent periods. It has previously operated under one former name and two former flag states. Over the last 36 months it has had 15 port state control (PSC) inspections and 1 detention. The most recent inspection was on 29 July 2026.
- Type: Vehicles Carrier
- Flag: Marshall Islands
- Year built: 2007
- MMSI: 538007573
- Call sign: V7UZ3
- Gross tonnage: 58685
- Deadweight: 18865 t
- Length overall: 199 m
- Beam: 32 m
- Port State Control (PSC) inspections: 71 since 2007
- PSC detentions in the last 36 months: 1
- Last PSC detention: 22/05/2024, Guangzhou (Tokyo MoU)
- Last PSC inspection: 29/07/2026
- Registered owner: NEW SHIPCARRIER SA (Japan)
- Ship manager · ISM manager: KANSAI STEAMSHIP CO LTD (Japan)
- Last AIS position: 48°46.8′N · 007°18.8′W · Speed 14.9 kn · under way · received 12 October 2026 at 21:13 UTC
- Destination: Davisville Depot (US DVV) · ETA 21 October 2026 at 09:00 UTC (as broadcast by the vessel)
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Frequently asked questions
What is the vessel type and age of SANDERLING ACE?
SANDERLING ACE is a Vehicles Carrier built in 2007. It is currently in its 19th year of service.
What are the dimensions of SANDERLING ACE?
The vessel has a length overall of 199 metres and a beam of 32 metres. It possesses a gross tonnage of 58,685.
Which classification society maintains SANDERLING ACE?
The vessel is classed by Nippon Kaiji Kyokai. This society is a member of the International Association of Classification Societies (IACS).
What is the PSC inspection history for this vessel?
Over the last 36 months it has had 15 port state control (PSC) inspections and 1 detention, with 20 deficiencies recorded. The most recent inspection was on 29 July 2026. All-time records show 71 inspections since 2007 and 1 detention. The most recent detention was on 22 May 2024.
Where has SANDERLING ACE been recently observed?
The vessel has been operating in the Mediterranean Sea and the Gulf of Mexico. It has also been recorded near the North America East Coast.
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