APIA CHIEF (IMO 9614529)
APIA 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 31,756 metric tonnes and a gross tonnage of 25,483. This configuration is typical for regional container feeder operations. APIA CHIEF is classed by Lloyd's Register, which is an IACS member. The vessel has been observed in the New Guinea Pacific, South East Asia, and the Malacca and Singapore Straits. It has previously operated under one former flag and has been known by two former names. Over the last 36 months it has had 3 port state control (PSC) inspections and no detentions. The most recent inspection was on 7 February 2026.
- Type: Container Ship
- Flag: Singapore
- Year built: 2013
- MMSI: 563991000
- Call sign: 9V9832
- Gross tonnage: 25483
- Deadweight: 31756 t
- Port State Control (PSC) inspections: 31 since 2014
- PSC detentions in the last 36 months: 0
- Last PSC detention: 13/04/2015, Geelong (Indian Ocean MoU / Tokyo MoU)
- Last PSC inspection: 07/02/2026
- Registered owner · Ship manager · ISM manager: SWIRE SHIPPING PTE LTD (Singapore)
- Last AIS position: 3°26.6′S · 145°57.2′E · Speed 14.6 kn · moored · received 12 October 2026 at 13:39 UTC
- Destination: Port Klang (Pelabuhan Klang) (MY PKG) · ETA 21 October 2026 at 10:38 UTC (as broadcast by the vessel)
- Arrival alert: rynda.io messages you by email or in Telegram when APIA CHIEF arrives in Port Klang (Pelabuhan Klang). Free for up to 3 vessels.
Frequently asked questions
What is the vessel type and age of APIA CHIEF?
APIA CHIEF is a container ship built in 2013. It is currently in its 13th year of service.
What are the capacity specifications for APIA CHIEF?
The vessel has a deadweight tonnage of 31,756 metric tonnes. Its gross tonnage is recorded at 25,483.
Which classification society maintains APIA CHIEF?
The vessel is classed by Lloyd's Register. This society is a member of the International Association of Classification Societies (IACS).
Where has APIA CHIEF been operating recently?
The vessel has been observed in the New Guinea Pacific and South East Asia. It has also been tracked through the Malacca and Singapore Straits.
What is the PSC inspection history for APIA CHIEF?
Over the last 36 months it has had 3 port state control (PSC) inspections and no detentions, with no deficiencies recorded. The most recent inspection was on 7 February 2026. All-time records show 31 inspections since 2014 and 1 detention. The most recent detention was on 13 April 2015.
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