MEGALOPOLIS (IMO 9477799)
MEGALOPOLIS is a Container Ship built in 2013 and flying the Malta flag, placing it in its 13th year of service. The vessel reports a deadweight tonnage of 70,461, a gross tonnage of 48,338, and a length overall of 255.29 metres. This size and configuration are typical for medium-to-large container vessels engaged in regional or intercontinental liner services. MEGALOPOLIS is classed by DNV, which is a member of the International Association of Classification Societies (IACS). The vessel has been observed in West Africa, South Africa, and South Asia over recent periods. It has previously operated under four different flag states and has been known by two former names. Over the last 36 months it has had 7 port state control (PSC) inspections and no detentions. The most recent inspection was on 22 August 2026.
- Type: Container Ship
- Flag: Malta
- Year built: 2013
- MMSI: 229556000
- Call sign: 9HA3403
- Gross tonnage: 48338
- Deadweight: 70461 t
- Length overall: 255.29 m
- Beam: 37.3 m
- Home port: VALLETTA
- Port State Control (PSC) inspections: 63 since 2013
- PSC detentions in the last 36 months: 0
- Last PSC detention: 01/05/2015, Port Botany (Indian Ocean MoU / Tokyo MoU)
- Last PSC inspection: 22/08/2026
- Registered owner: TATUM SHIPPING CO (Greece)
- Ship manager: COSTAMARE SHIPPING CO SA (Greece)
- ISM manager · DOC holder: NAVILANDS CONTAINER MANAGEMENT (Greece)
- DOC holder: F.A. Vinnen & Co. (GmbH & Co. KG) (Germany)
- Last AIS position: 5°37.7′S · 068°14.6′E · Speed 13.4 kn · under way · received 9 October 2026 at 07:25 UTC
- Destination: Colombo (LK CMB) · ETA 12 October 2026 at 05:48 UTC (as broadcast by the vessel)
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Frequently asked questions
What are the dimensions of MEGALOPOLIS?
The vessel has a length overall of 255.29 metres and a beam of 37.3 metres. It is designed with a maximum draught of 14 metres.
What is the capacity of MEGALOPOLIS?
The ship has a deadweight tonnage of 70,461 metric tonnes. Its gross tonnage is recorded at 48,338.
Which classification society manages MEGALOPOLIS?
The vessel is classed by DNV, which is an IACS member. Its current class status is listed as Delivered with multiple notations including DG and BWM (D2).
What is the PSC inspection history for this vessel?
Over the last 36 months it has had 7 port state control (PSC) inspections and no detentions, with 8 deficiencies recorded. The most recent inspection was on 22 August 2026. All-time records show 63 inspections since 2013 and 2 detentions. The most recent detention was on 1 May 2015.
Where has MEGALOPOLIS been operating recently?
The vessel has been observed in several regions including South Africa, West Africa, and South Asia. These observations cover various recent trading periods.
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