AAL KEMBLA (IMO 9498353)
AAL KEMBLA is a Heavy Load Carrier built in 2011 and flying the Liberia flag, placing it in its 15th year of service. The vessel reports a deadweight tonnage of 32,173 metric tonnes, a gross tonnage of 23,930, and a length overall of 193.81 metres. This configuration supports its role in specialized heavy cargo and multi-purpose dry cargo operations. AAL KEMBLA is classed by DNV-GL (ex GL), which is an IACS member. The vessel has been observed in the South America East Coast, the Gulf of Mexico, and the North America West Coast. It has previously operated under one former name and two former flag states. Over the last 36 months it has had 15 port state control (PSC) inspections and no detentions. The most recent inspection was on 16 September 2026.
- Type: Heavy Load Carrier
- Flag: Liberia
- Year built: 2011
- MMSI: 636018137
- Call sign: D5OI9
- Gross tonnage: 23930
- Deadweight: 32173 t
- Length overall: 193.81 m
- Beam: 28.2 m
- Home port: MONROVIA
- Port State Control (PSC) inspections: 53 since 2011
- PSC detentions in the last 36 months: 0
- Last PSC inspection: 16/09/2026
- Registered owner: AAL KEMBLA NAVIGATION CO LTD
- Ship manager · ISM manager · DOC holder: COLUMBIA SHIPMANAGEMENT-SNG
- Last AIS position: 27°22.7′S · 153°10.0′E · Speed 0.0 kn · moored · received 15 October 2026 at 15:43 UTC
- Destination: Brisbane (AU BNE)
Frequently asked questions
What is the vessel type and capacity of AAL KEMBLA?
AAL KEMBLA is a Heavy Load Carrier designed for multi-purpose dry cargo. It possesses a deadweight tonnage of 32,173 metric tonnes and a gross tonnage of 23,930.
Who is the classification society for AAL KEMBLA?
The vessel is classed by DNV-GL (ex GL), which is an IACS member. Its current class status is listed as Delivered with notations for heavy cargo and container carriage.
What are the dimensions of AAL KEMBLA?
The vessel has a length overall of 193.81 metres and a beam of 28.2 metres. It operates with a maximum draught of 11.2 metres.
What is the PSC inspection history for this vessel?
Over the last 36 months it has had 15 port state control (PSC) inspections and no detentions; the deficiency count is reported for 13 of them. The most recent inspection was on 16 September 2026. All-time records show 53 inspections since 2011 and no detentions.
Where has AAL KEMBLA been recently operating?
The vessel has been observed in the South America East Coast and the Gulf of Mexico. It has also been recorded near the North America West Coast.
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