KIRIBATI CHIEF (IMO 9614505)
KIRIBATI 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 30,813 metric tonnes, a gross tonnage of 25,483, and a length overall of 200 metres. This size and type suggest its utility in regional containerized cargo transport. KIRIBATI CHIEF is classed by Lloyd's Register, which is an IACS member. The vessel has been observed in the New Guinea Pacific, East Asia, and South East Asia regions. It has previously operated under two former names and one former flag state. Over the last 36 months it has had 5 port state control (PSC) inspections and no detentions. The most recent inspection was on 28 April 2026.
- Type: Container Ship
- Flag: Singapore
- Year built: 2013
- MMSI: 563324000
- Call sign: 9V9713
- Gross tonnage: 25483
- Deadweight: 30813 t
- Length overall: 200 m
- Beam: 28 m
- Port State Control (PSC) inspections: 34 since 2013
- PSC detentions in the last 36 months: 0
- Last PSC inspection: 28/04/2026
- Registered owner · Ship manager · ISM manager: SWIRE SHIPPING PTE LTD (Singapore)
- Last AIS position: 33°18.3′N · 135°45.0′E · Speed 12.8 kn · under way · received 14 October 2026 at 00:37 UTC
- Destination: Osaka (JP OSA) · ETA 14 October 2026 at 07:30 UTC (as broadcast by the vessel)
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Frequently asked questions
What is the vessel type and age of KIRIBATI CHIEF?
KIRIBATI CHIEF is a container ship built in 2013. It is currently in its 13th year of service.
What are the dimensions of KIRIBATI CHIEF?
The vessel has a length overall of 200 metres and a beam of 28 metres. It carries a deadweight tonnage of 30,813 metric tonnes.
Which classification society manages KIRIBATI 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 5 port state control (PSC) inspections and no detentions, with 5 deficiencies recorded. The most recent inspection was on 28 April 2026. All-time records show 34 inspections since 2013 and no detentions.
Where has KIRIBATI CHIEF been operating recently?
The vessel has been observed in the New Guinea Pacific, East Asia, and South East Asia. These regions represent its most recent geographic activity.
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