RAQUEL S (IMO 9515591)
RAQUEL S is a Container Ship built in 2009 and flying the Portugal flag, placing it in its 17th year of service. The vessel reports a deadweight tonnage of 21,442 metric tonnes and a gross tonnage of 17,280. This size and type suggest it is configured for regional containerized cargo operations.
RAQUEL S is classed by DNV, which is a member of the International Association of Classification Societies. The vessel has been observed in West Europe, West Africa, and the Mediterranean Sea. It has previously operated under three different names and three different flags. Over the last 36 months it has had 1 port state control (PSC) inspection and no detentions. The most recent inspection was on 22 July 2026.
- Type: Container Ship
- Flag: Portugal
- Year built: 2009
- Call sign: CQAC6
- Gross tonnage: 17280
- Deadweight: 21442 t
- Length overall: 171.99 m
- Beam: 27.6 m
- Home port: PORTUGAL
- Port State Control (PSC) inspections: 14 since 2009
- PSC detentions in the last 36 months: 0
- Last PSC inspection: 22/07/2026
- Registered owner: GS LINES-TRANSPORTES MARITIMOS (Madeira)
- Ship manager · ISM manager · DOC holder: STEER MAR SHIPMANAGEMENT (Madeira)
Frequently asked questions
What is the vessel type and age of RAQUEL S?
RAQUEL S is a Container Ship built in 2009. It is currently in its 17th year of service.
What are the capacity specifications for RAQUEL S?
The vessel has a deadweight tonnage of 21,442 metric tonnes. Its gross tonnage is recorded at 17,280.
Which classification society manages RAQUEL S?
The vessel is classed by DNV, which is an IACS member. Its current classification status is listed as Delivered.
Where has RAQUEL S been recently operating?
The vessel has been observed in West Europe, West Africa, and the Mediterranean Sea. These regions represent its most recent geographic activity.
What is the port-state control record for RAQUEL S?
Over the last 36 months it has had 1 port state control (PSC) inspection and no detentions, with no deficiencies recorded. The most recent inspection was on 22 July 2026. All-time records show 14 inspections since 2009 and no detentions.
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