MAERSK ARAS (IMO 9624275)
MAERSK ARAS is a Container Ship built in 2013 and flying the Panama flag, placing it in its 13th year of service. The vessel reports a deadweight tonnage of 60,153 metric tonnes and a gross tonnage of 45,169. This vessel is configured for containerized cargo transport operations. MAERSK ARAS is classed by Nippon Kaiji Kyokai, which is an IACS member. The vessel has been observed in East Africa, South Asia, and South Africa over recent periods. It has previously operated under 3 former names and 1 former flag. Over the last 36 months it has had 5 port state control (PSC) inspections and 1 detention. The most recent inspection was on 4 December 2023.
- Type: Container Ship
- Flag: Denmark (DIS)
- Year built: 2013
- MMSI: 219789000
- Call sign: OVZS2
- Gross tonnage: 45169
- Deadweight: 60153 t
- Port State Control (PSC) inspections: 35 since 2013
- PSC detentions in the last 36 months: 1
- Last PSC detention: 19/11/2023, Qingdao (Tokyo MoU)
- Last PSC inspection: 04/12/2023
- Registered owner · Ship manager · ISM manager: MAERSK A/S (Denmark)
- Last AIS position: 18°35.9′N · 072°32.3′E · Speed 12.6 kn · under way · received 14 October 2026 at 12:41 UTC
- Destination: Jawaharlal Nehru Port/Nhava Sheva (JNPT) (IN NSA) · ETA 14 October 2026 at 15:30 UTC (as broadcast by the vessel)
- Arrival alert: rynda.io messages you by email or in Telegram when MAERSK ARAS arrives in Jawaharlal Nehru Port/Nhava Sheva (JNPT). Free for up to 3 vessels.
Frequently asked questions
What is the vessel type and age of MAERSK ARAS?
MAERSK ARAS is a container ship built in 2013. It is currently in its 13th year of service.
What are the tonnage specifications for MAERSK ARAS?
The vessel has a deadweight tonnage of 60,153 metric tonnes. Its gross tonnage is recorded at 45,169.
Which classification society manages MAERSK ARAS?
The vessel is classed by Nippon Kaiji Kyokai. This society is a member of the International Association of Classification Societies (IACS).
What is the PSC inspection history for this vessel?
Over the last 36 months it has had 5 port state control (PSC) inspections and 1 detention, with 25 deficiencies recorded. The most recent inspection was on 4 December 2023. All-time records show 35 inspections since 2013 and 4 detentions. The most recent detention was on 19 November 2023.
Where has MAERSK ARAS been recently observed?
The vessel has been observed in several regions including East Africa and South Asia. It has also been recorded in South Africa and West Africa.
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