SM SEOUL (IMO 9456953)
SM SEOUL is a Container Ship built in 2010 and flying the Korea (Republic of) flag, placing it in its 16th year of service. The vessel reports a deadweight tonnage of 51,693 metric tonnes and a gross tonnage of 41,331. This size and type suggest its use in regional or mid-range containerized cargo transport. SM SEOUL is classed by Korean Register, which is an IACS member. The vessel has been observed in East Asia and along the North America West Coast over recent periods. It has a history of operating under 8 different flags and has been known by 5 former names. Over the last 36 months it has had 10 port state control (PSC) inspections and no detentions. The most recent inspection was on 27 August 2026.
- Type: Container Ship
- Flag: Korea (Republic of)
- Year built: 2010
- MMSI: 440756000
- Call sign: D7GA
- Gross tonnage: 41331
- Deadweight: 51693 t
- Length overall: 262 m
- Beam: 32 m
- Home port: JEJU
- Port State Control (PSC) inspections: 54 since 2010
- PSC detentions in the last 36 months: 0
- Last PSC inspection: 27/08/2026
- Registered owner · Ship manager: SM LINE CORP (South Korea)
- Technical manager: KLCSM CO., LTD
- ISM manager: KLC SM CO LTD (South Korea)
- Last AIS position: 48°11.6′N · 123°27.5′W · Speed 8.8 kn · under way · received 12 October 2026 at 23:07 UTC
- Destination: Seattle (US SEA) · ETA 12 October 2026 at 23:30 UTC (as broadcast by the vessel)
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Frequently asked questions
What is the vessel type and age of SM SEOUL?
SM SEOUL is a container ship built in 2010. It is currently in its 16th year of service.
What are the capacity specifications for SM SEOUL?
The vessel has a deadweight tonnage of 51,693 metric tonnes. Its gross tonnage is recorded at 41,331.
Which classification society maintains SM SEOUL?
The vessel is classed by Korean Register. This society is a recognized member of the International Association of Classification Societies (IACS).
Where has SM SEOUL been recently observed?
The vessel has been observed in East Asia and along the North America West Coast. These regions represent its recent primary trading areas.
What is the PSC inspection history for SM SEOUL?
Over the last 36 months it has had 10 port state control (PSC) inspections and no detentions, with 7 deficiencies recorded. The most recent inspection was on 27 August 2026. All-time records show 54 inspections since 2010 and no detentions.
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