TONGALA (IMO 9605786)
TONGALA is a Vehicles Carrier built in 2012 and flying the Malta flag, placing it in its 14th year of service. The vessel reports a deadweight tonnage of 22,585 metric tonnes and a gross tonnage of 61,106. This vessel is configured for the transport of automotive cargo. TONGALA is classed by DNV-GL (ex DNV), which is an IACS member. The vessel has been observed in West Europe, East Asia, and the North American coasts including the Gulf of Mexico over recent periods. It has previously operated under one former name and one former flag. Over the last 36 months it has had 7 port state control (PSC) inspections and no detentions. The most recent inspection was on 27 March 2026.
- Type: Vehicles Carrier
- Flag: Malta
- Year built: 2012
- MMSI: 215654000
- Call sign: 9HA2776
- Gross tonnage: 61106
- Deadweight: 22585 t
- Length overall: 199.99 m
- Beam: 32.26 m
- Home port: VALLETTA
- Port State Control (PSC) inspections: 43 since 2012
- PSC detentions in the last 36 months: 0
- Last PSC detention: 21/06/2016, Fremantle (Tokyo MoU)
- Last PSC inspection: 27/03/2026
- Registered owner: WILHELMSEN LINES SHIPOWNING (Norway)
- Ship manager: WALLENIUS WILHELMSEN OCEAN AS (Norway)
- ISM manager · DOC holder: WILHELMSEN SHIP MANAGEMENT AS (Norway)
- Last AIS position: 6°37.6′N · 140°55.9′E · Speed 16.7 kn · under way · received 11 October 2026 at 13:04 UTC
- Destination: Mokpo (KR MOK) · ETA 16 October 2026 at 22:28 UTC (as broadcast by the vessel)
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Frequently asked questions
What is the vessel type and age of TONGALA?
TONGALA is a Vehicles Carrier built in 2012. It is currently in its 14th year of service.
What are the tonnage specifications for TONGALA?
The vessel has a deadweight tonnage of 22,585 metric tonnes. Its gross tonnage is recorded at 61,106.
Which classification society manages TONGALA?
The vessel is classed by DNV-GL (ex DNV). This society is a recognized member of the International Association of Classification Societies (IACS).
Where has TONGALA been operating recently?
The vessel has been observed in West Europe, East Asia, and the North American coasts. This includes activity in the Gulf of Mexico and both the East and West coasts of North America.
What is the PSC inspection history for TONGALA?
Over the last 36 months it has had 7 port state control (PSC) inspections and no detentions, with 3 deficiencies recorded. The most recent inspection was on 27 March 2026. All-time records show 43 inspections since 2012 and 2 detentions. The most recent detention was on 21 June 2016.
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