AAL NANJING (IMO 9521552)
AAL NANJING is a Heavy Load Carrier built in 2012 and flying the Cyprus flag, placing it in its 14th year of service. The vessel reports a deadweight tonnage of 18,697 metric tonnes, a gross tonnage of 14,053, and a length overall of 148.99 metres. This vessel is configured for specialized cargo operations including heavy lift and container carriage. AAL NANJING is classed by DNV-GL (ex GL), which is an IACS member. The vessel has been observed in the South East Asia, East Asia, and Australia and New Zealand regions. It has previously operated under one former name and three different flag states. Over the last 36 months it has had 10 port state control (PSC) inspections and no detentions. The most recent inspection was on 25 August 2026.
- Type: Heavy Load Carrier
- Flag: Cyprus
- Year built: 2012
- MMSI: 210461000
- Call sign: 5BAR6
- Gross tonnage: 14053
- Deadweight: 18697 t
- Length overall: 148.99 m
- Beam: 23.4 m
- Home port: LIMASSOL
- Port State Control (PSC) inspections: 37 since 2012
- PSC detentions in the last 36 months: 0
- Last PSC inspection: 25/08/2026
- Registered owner: AAL NANJING NAVIGATION CO LTD
- Ship manager · ISM manager · DOC holder: COLUMBIA SHIPMANAGEMENT-SNG
- Last AIS position: 1°16.5′N · 103°54.0′E · Speed 0.1 kn · at anchor · received 10 October 2026 at 12:15 UTC
- Destination: Singapore (SG SIN) · ETA 10 October 2026 at 19:20 UTC (as broadcast by the vessel)
Frequently asked questions
What is the vessel type and capacity of AAL NANJING?
AAL NANJING is a Heavy Load Carrier. It has a deadweight tonnage of 18,697 metric tonnes and a gross tonnage of 14,053.
Who built AAL NANJING and when?
The vessel was built in 2012 by Sekwang Shipbuilding Co., Ltd. It is currently in its 14th year of service.
What are the dimensions of AAL NANJING?
The vessel has a length overall of 148.99 metres and a beam of 23.4 metres. Its maximum recorded draught is 9.8 metres.
What is the classification of AAL NANJING?
AAL NANJING is classed by DNV-GL (ex GL), which is an IACS member. The vessel's status is listed as Delivered with notations for heavy cargo and container carriage.
How many inspections has the vessel undergone?
Over the last 36 months it has had 10 port state control (PSC) inspections and no detentions, with 17 deficiencies recorded. The most recent inspection was on 25 August 2026. All-time records show 37 inspections since 2012 and no detentions.
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