TONGA CHIEF (IMO 9614490)
TONGA CHIEF is a Container Ship built in 2013 and flying the Singapore flag, placing it in its 13th year of service. The vessel reports a deadweight tonnage of 30,814 metric tonnes, a gross tonnage of 25,483, and a length overall of 200 metres. This vessel is configured for containerized cargo transport within regional trade routes. TONGA CHIEF 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 Singapore Strait, the New Guinea Pacific, and South East Asia. It has previously operated under two former names and two former flag states. Over the last 36 months it has had 6 port state control (PSC) inspections and no detentions. The most recent inspection was on 11 May 2026.
- Type: Container Ship
- Flag: Singapore
- Year built: 2013
- MMSI: 563091000
- Call sign: 9V9712
- Gross tonnage: 25483
- Deadweight: 30814 t
- Length overall: 200 m
- Beam: 28 m
- Port State Control (PSC) inspections: 32 since 2013
- PSC detentions in the last 36 months: 0
- Last PSC inspection: 11/05/2026
- Registered owner · Ship manager · ISM manager: SWIRE SHIPPING PTE LTD (Singapore)
- Last AIS position: 2°10.3′S · 141°25.4′E · Speed 14.9 kn · under way · received 3 October 2026 at 20:52 UTC
- Destination: Port Klang (Pelabuhan Klang) (MY PKG) · ETA 13 October 2026 at 21:47 UTC (as broadcast by the vessel)
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Frequently asked questions
What is the vessel type and age of TONGA CHIEF?
TONGA CHIEF is a container ship built in 2013. It is currently in its 13th year of service.
What are the dimensions of TONGA CHIEF?
The vessel has a length overall of 200 metres and a beam of 28 metres. It possesses a gross tonnage of 25,483.
Which classification society manages TONGA CHIEF?
The vessel is classed by Lloyd's Register, which is an IACS member. Its current classification status is listed as Delivered.
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, with 1 deficiency recorded. The most recent inspection was on 11 May 2026. All-time records show 32 inspections since 2013 and no detentions.
Where has TONGA CHIEF been recently observed?
The vessel has been seen in the Singapore Strait and the New Guinea Pacific. It has also been active in South East Asia.
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