NORTH (IMO 9491501)
NORTH 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 21,293 metric tonnes, a gross tonnage of 17,368, and a length overall of 168.03 metres. This size and configuration are typical for regional containerized cargo operations. NORTH is classed by DNV-GL (ex GL), which is a member of the International Association of Classification Societies. The vessel has been observed in North Europe and West Europe over recent periods. It has previously operated under three different names and three different flag states. Over the last 36 months it has had 4 port state control (PSC) inspections and no detentions. The most recent inspection was on 6 May 2026.
- Type: Container Ship
- Flag: Malta
- Year built: 2011
- MMSI: 249814000
- Call sign: 9HA6394
- Gross tonnage: 17368
- Deadweight: 21293 t
- Length overall: 168.03 m
- Beam: 25.6 m
- Home port: Valletta
- Port State Control (PSC) inspections: 26 since 2012
- PSC detentions in the last 36 months: 0
- Last PSC inspection: 06/05/2026
- Registered owner · Ship manager: CMA CGM SA THE FRENCH LINE (France)
- ISM manager · DOC holder: CMA SHIPS GERMANY GMBH (Germany)
- Last AIS position: 57°40.0′N · 017°53.6′E · Speed 9.7 kn · under way · received 12 October 2026 at 01:42 UTC
- Destination: Hamburg (DE HAM) · ETA 13 October 2026 at 13:00 UTC (as broadcast by the vessel)
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Frequently asked questions
What are the dimensions of NORTH?
The vessel has a length overall of 168.03 metres and a beam of 25.6 metres. It operates with a maximum draught of 10.5 metres.
What is the capacity of the vessel?
NORTH has a deadweight tonnage of 21,293 metric tonnes. Its gross tonnage is recorded at 17,368.
Which classification society maintains NORTH?
The vessel is classed by DNV-GL (ex GL), which is an IACS member. Its current class status is listed as Delivered.
How many inspections has the vessel undergone?
Over the last 36 months it has had 4 port state control (PSC) inspections and no detentions, with 9 deficiencies recorded. The most recent inspection was on 6 May 2026. All-time records show 26 inspections since 2012 and no detentions.
What is the vessel's flag and home port?
NORTH flies the Malta flag and is registered to the home port of Valletta. It is currently in its 15th year of service.
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