TONSBERG (IMO 9515383)
TONSBERG is a Vehicles Carrier built in 2011 and flying the Malta flag, placing it in its 15th year of service. The vessel reports a deadweight tonnage of 43,878 metric tonnes, a gross tonnage of 75,251, and a length overall of 265 metres. This vessel is configured for specialized vehicle and roll-on/roll-off cargo operations.
TONSBERG is classed by DNV-GL (ex DNV), which is an IACS member. The vessel has been observed in East Asia, the North America East Coast, and the North America West Coast. It has previously operated under one former name and one former flag. Over the last 36 months it has had 11 port state control (PSC) inspections and no detentions. The most recent inspection was on 14 July 2026.
- Type: Vehicles Carrier
- Flag: Malta
- Year built: 2011
- MMSI: 249904000
- Call sign: 9HA2066
- Gross tonnage: 75251
- Deadweight: 43878 t
- Length overall: 265 m
- Beam: 32.26 m
- Home port: VALLETTA
- Port State Control (PSC) inspections: 62 since 2011
- PSC detentions in the last 36 months: 0
- Last PSC inspection: 14/07/2026
- Registered owner: WILHELMSEN LINES SHIPOWNING (Norway)
- Ship manager: WALLENIUS WILHELMSEN OCEAN AS (Norway)
- ISM manager · DOC holder: WILHELMSEN SHIP MANAGEMENT AS (Norway)
- Last AIS position: 38°56.5′S · 143°3.5′E · Speed 13.4 kn
- Destination: Fremantle (AU FRE) · ETA 2026-10-11T12:00:00.000Z
Frequently asked questions
What is the vessel type and capacity of TONSBERG?
TONSBERG is a Vehicles Carrier with a deadweight tonnage of 43,878 metric tonnes. It has a gross tonnage of 75,251 and is designed for RO/RO operations.
Who built the TONSBERG and when?
The vessel was built in 2011 by Mitsubishi Heavy Industries, Ltd. Nagasaki Shipyard & Machinery Works. It is currently in its 15th year of service.
What are the dimensions of TONSBERG?
The vessel has a length overall of 265 metres and a beam of 32.26 metres. Its maximum recorded draught is 12.33 metres.
What is the PSC inspection history for TONSBERG?
Over the last 36 months it has had 11 port state control (PSC) inspections and no detentions; the deficiency count is reported for 9 of them. The most recent inspection was on 14 July 2026. All-time records show 62 inspections since 2011 and no detentions.
Which classification society manages TONSBERG?
The vessel is classed by DNV-GL (ex DNV), which is an IACS member. Its current class status is listed as Delivered.
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