CAT LAI EXPRESS (IMO 9555230)
CAT LAI EXPRESS is a Container Ship built in 2023 and flying the Liberia flag, placing it in its third year of service. The vessel reports a deadweight tonnage of 24,477 metric tonnes, a gross tonnage of 18,848, and a length overall of 172 metres. This size and configuration are typical for regional container feeder operations. CAT LAI EXPRESS is classed by the American Bureau of Shipping, which is a member of the International Association of Classification Societies. The vessel has been observed in the Malacca Strait, the Singapore Strait, and the South China Sea. It has previously operated under two former names and two former flags. Over the last 36 months it has had 6 port state control (PSC) inspections and no detentions. The most recent inspection was on 13 April 2026.
- Type: Container Ship
- Flag: Liberia
- Year built: 2023
- MMSI: 636024446
- Call sign: 5LSQ6
- Gross tonnage: 18848
- Deadweight: 24477 t
- Length overall: 172 m
- Beam: 28 m
- Port State Control (PSC) inspections: 8 since 2023
- PSC detentions in the last 36 months: 0
- Last PSC inspection: 13/04/2026
- Registered owner: PEARL OCEANIC MARITIME PTE LTD
- Ship manager · ISM manager: COLUMBIA SHIPMANAGEMENT-SNG
- Last AIS position: 1°15.9′N · 104°15.0′E · Speed 14.8 kn · under way · received 9 October 2026 at 15:53 UTC
- Destination: Drifting · ETA 10 October 2026 at 05:00 UTC (as broadcast by the vessel)
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Frequently asked questions
What is the vessel type and age of CAT LAI EXPRESS?
CAT LAI EXPRESS is a Container Ship built in 2023. It is currently in its third year of service.
What are the dimensions of CAT LAI EXPRESS?
The vessel has a length overall of 172 metres and a beam of 28 metres. It carries a deadweight tonnage of 24,477 metric tonnes.
Which classification society manages CAT LAI EXPRESS?
The vessel is classed by the American Bureau of Shipping. This society is a member of the International Association of Classification Societies (IACS).
Where has CAT LAI EXPRESS been recently observed?
The vessel has been active in the Malacca Strait, the Singapore Strait, and the South China Sea. These areas are part of its recent operational profile in South East Asia.
What is the PSC inspection history for this vessel?
Over the last 36 months it has had 6 port state control (PSC) inspections and no detentions. The most recent inspection was on 13 April 2026. All-time records show 8 inspections since 2023 and no detentions.
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