AL QIBLA EXPRESS (IMO 9525924)
AL QIBLA EXPRESS is a Container Ship built in 2012 and flying the Liberia flag, placing it in its 14th year of service. The vessel reports a deadweight tonnage of 145,237 metric tonnes and a gross tonnage of 141,077. This capacity indicates a large-scale container vessel suitable for major international liner services. AL QIBLA EXPRESS is classed by Lloyd's Register, which is a member of the International Association of Classification Societies (IACS). The vessel has been observed in the Malacca Strait, the South China Sea, and along the coasts of East and West Africa. It has previously operated under five different flag states and two former names. Over the last 36 months it has had 5 port state control (PSC) inspections and no detentions. The most recent inspection was on 13 April 2026.
- Type: Container Ship
- Flag: Liberia
- Year built: 2012
- MMSI: 636093149
- Call sign: 5LDS9
- Gross tonnage: 141077
- Deadweight: 145237 t
- Port State Control (PSC) inspections: 28 since 2012
- PSC detentions in the last 36 months: 0
- Last PSC inspection: 13/04/2026
- Registered owner · Ship manager: HAPAG-LLOYD AG (Germany)
- ISM manager: MARLOW SHIP MGMT DEUTSCHLAND (Germany)
- Last AIS position: 32°45.8′S · 031°38.5′E · Speed 15.4 kn · under way · received 13 October 2026 at 15:52 UTC
- Destination: Colombo (LK CMB) · ETA 23 October 2026 at 06:39 UTC (as broadcast by the vessel)
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Frequently asked questions
What is the vessel type and age of AL QIBLA EXPRESS?
AL QIBLA EXPRESS is a container ship built in 2012. It is currently in its 14th year of service.
What are the tonnage specifications for this vessel?
The vessel has a deadweight tonnage of 145,237 metric tonnes. Its gross tonnage is recorded at 141,077.
Which classification society manages AL QIBLA EXPRESS?
The vessel is classed by Lloyd's Register. This society is a recognized member of the International Association of Classification Societies (IACS).
Where has AL QIBLA EXPRESS been recently observed?
The vessel has been active in the Malacca Strait and the South China Sea. It has also been observed operating near East and South Africa.
What is the port-state control history of the vessel?
Over the last 36 months it has had 5 port state control (PSC) inspections and no detentions, with 2 deficiencies recorded. The most recent inspection was on 13 April 2026. All-time records show 28 inspections since 2012 and no detentions.
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