CMA CGM SAMSON (IMO 9436379)
CMA CGM SAMSON is a Container Ship built in 2011 and flying the Malta flag, placing it in its 15th year of service. The vessel reports a deadweight tonnage of 105,111 metric tonnes, a gross tonnage of 91,498, and a length overall of 334.91 metres. This vessel is configured for significant containerized cargo transport across major global trade routes. CMA CGM SAMSON is classed by DNV-GL (ex GL), which is an IACS member. The vessel has been observed in East Africa, the Gulf of Mexico, and East Asia over recent periods. It has previously operated under one former name and one former flag. Over the last 36 months it has had 10 port state control (PSC) inspections and no detentions. The most recent inspection was on 3 July 2026.
- Type: Container Ship
- Flag: Malta
- Year built: 2011
- MMSI: 256687000
- Call sign: 9HA2907
- Gross tonnage: 91498
- Deadweight: 105111 t
- Length overall: 334.91 m
- Beam: 42.75 m
- Home port: Valletta
- Port State Control (PSC) inspections: 37 since 2011
- PSC detentions in the last 36 months: 0
- Last PSC inspection: 03/07/2026
- Registered owner: TEUCARRIER NO 4 CORP (Greece)
- Ship manager · ISM manager · DOC holder: DANAOS SHIPPING CO LTD (Greece)
- Last AIS position: 33°58.2′S · 151°12.4′E · Speed 0.0 kn · moored · received 10 October 2026 at 19:12 UTC
- Destination: Sydney (AU SYD)
Frequently asked questions
What are the dimensions of CMA CGM SAMSON?
The vessel has a length overall of 334.91 metres and a beam of 42.75 metres. It operates with a maximum draught of 14.95 metres.
What is the capacity of CMA CGM SAMSON?
The vessel has a deadweight tonnage of 105,111 metric tonnes. Its gross tonnage is recorded at 91,498.
Which classification society manages CMA CGM SAMSON?
The vessel is classed by DNV-GL (ex GL), which is an IACS member. Its current status is listed as Delivered with multiple notations including BWM and NAV-OC.
What is the PSC inspection history for this vessel?
Over the last 36 months it has had 10 port state control (PSC) inspections and no detentions, with 5 deficiencies recorded. The most recent inspection was on 3 July 2026. All-time records show 37 inspections since 2011 and no detentions.
Where has CMA CGM SAMSON been recently spotted?
The vessel has been observed in East Africa, the Gulf of Mexico, and East Asia. These regions represent its recent operational footprint.
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