CELTIC VENTURE (IMO 9521368)
CELTIC VENTURE is a General Cargo Ship built in 2012 and flying the Portugal (MAR) flag, placing it in its 14th year of service. The vessel reports a deadweight tonnage of 5,640 metric tonnes, a gross tonnage of 3,603, and a length overall of 101 metres. This size and configuration are typical for general cargo operations in regional coastal waters. CELTIC VENTURE is classed by Bureau Veritas, which is a member of the International Association of Classification Societies (IACS). The vessel has been observed in the Mediterranean Sea and West Europe over recent periods. It has previously operated under four 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 15 April 2026.
- Type: General Cargo Ship
- Flag: Portugal (MAR)
- Year built: 2012
- MMSI: 255916286
- Call sign: CQ2715
- Gross tonnage: 3603
- Deadweight: 5640 t
- Length overall: 101 m
- Beam: 14 m
- Port State Control (PSC) inspections: 25 since 2012
- PSC detentions in the last 36 months: 0
- Last PSC inspection: 15/04/2026
- Registered owner · Ship manager · ISM manager: CHARLES M WILLIE & CO SHIPPING (United Kingdom)
- Last AIS position: 36°2.1′N · 005°16.5′W · Speed 10.3 kn · under way · received 12 October 2026 at 18:46 UTC
- Destination: Birkenhead (GB BRK) · ETA 18 October 2026 at 12:00 UTC (as broadcast by the vessel)
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Frequently asked questions
What is the vessel type and age of CELTIC VENTURE?
CELTIC VENTURE is a General Cargo Ship built in 2012. It is currently in its 14th year of service.
What are the dimensions of CELTIC VENTURE?
The vessel has a length overall of 101 metres and a beam of 14 metres. It carries a gross tonnage of 3,603.
Which classification society manages CELTIC VENTURE?
The vessel is classed by Bureau Veritas, which is an IACS member. Its current classification status is listed as Delivered.
How many PSC inspections has the vessel undergone?
Over the last 36 months it has had 4 port state control (PSC) inspections and no detentions, with 5 deficiencies recorded. The most recent inspection was on 15 April 2026. All-time records show 25 inspections since 2012 and no detentions.
What is the cargo capacity of CELTIC VENTURE?
The vessel has a deadweight tonnage of 5,640 metric tonnes. This capacity supports its role as a general cargo ship.
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