VIRGO (IMO 9430765)
VIRGO is a Container Ship built in 2009 and flying the Malta flag, placing it in its 17th year of service. The vessel reports a deadweight tonnage of 56,574, a gross tonnage of 41,225, and a length overall of 264.95 metres. This size and configuration are typical for medium-capacity container vessels engaged in regional or global liner services. VIRGO is classed by DNV-GL (ex GL), which is a member of the International Association of Classification Societies (IACS). The vessel has been observed in the East Asia region. It has previously operated under two former names and five different flag states. Over the last 36 months it has had 5 port state control (PSC) inspections and no detentions. The most recent inspection was on 19 March 2026.
- Type: Container Ship
- Flag: Malta
- Year built: 2009
- MMSI: 215561000
- Call sign: 9HA5181
- Gross tonnage: 41225
- Deadweight: 56574 t
- Length overall: 264.95 m
- Beam: 32.25 m
- Home port: VALLETTA
- Port State Control (PSC) inspections: 39 since 2010
- PSC detentions in the last 36 months: 0
- Last PSC inspection: 19/03/2026
- Registered owner: RADER SHIPPING CO (Greece)
- Ship manager: COSTAMARE SHIPPING CO SA (Greece)
- ISM manager · DOC holder: NAVILANDS SHANGHAI CONTAINER (China)
- DOC holder: HanseContor Shipmanagement GmbH & Co. KG (Germany)
- Last AIS position: 4°3.1′S · 039°36.9′E · Speed 1.0 kn · under way · received 13 October 2026 at 06:55 UTC
- Destination: Mombasa (KE MBA)
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Frequently asked questions
What are the dimensions of VIRGO?
The vessel has a length overall of 264.95 metres and a beam of 32.25 metres. It operates with a maximum draught of 13.44 metres.
What is the capacity of VIRGO?
The ship has a deadweight tonnage of 56,574 metric tonnes. Its gross tonnage is recorded at 41,225.
Which classification society maintains VIRGO?
VIRGO is classed by DNV-GL (ex GL), which is an IACS member. The vessel's current status is listed as Delivered.
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 3 deficiencies recorded. The most recent inspection was on 19 March 2026. All-time records show 39 inspections since 2010 and no detentions.
What is the history of the vessel's flags and names?
The vessel has operated under five different flag states throughout its career. It has also been known by two former names.
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