CMA CGM BENJAMIN FRANKLIN (IMO 9706891)
CMA CGM BENJAMIN FRANKLIN is a Container Ship built in 2015 and flying the Malta flag, placing it in its 11th year of service. The vessel reports a deadweight tonnage of 185,070, a gross tonnage of 179,922, and no length overall is specified. This large-scale container vessel is designed for high-capacity international maritime trade. CMA CGM BENJAMIN FRANKLIN is classed by Bureau Veritas, which is an IACS member. The vessel has been observed in West Europe, the Malacca and Singapore Straits, and along the coasts of East and West Africa. It has previously operated under one former name and two former flag states. Over the last 36 months it has had 9 port state control (PSC) inspections and no detentions. The most recent inspection was on 8 September 2026.
- Type: Container Ship
- Flag: Malta
- Year built: 2015
- MMSI: 215195000
- Call sign: 9HA5008
- Gross tonnage: 179922
- Deadweight: 185070 t
- Port State Control (PSC) inspections: 27 since 2015
- PSC detentions in the last 36 months: 0
- Last PSC inspection: 08/09/2026
- Registered owner: CHC THIRD SHIPPING SA (France)
- Ship manager: CMA CGM SA THE FRENCH LINE (France)
- ISM manager: CMA SHIPS SAS (France)
- Last AIS position: 29°57.8′N · 123°2.8′E · Speed 18.2 kn · under way · received 12 October 2026 at 16:36 UTC
- Destination: Ningbo-Zhoushan (NBO) (CN NBO)
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Frequently asked questions
What is the vessel type and age of CMA CGM BENJAMIN FRANKLIN?
CMA CGM BENJAMIN FRANKLIN is a Container Ship built in 2015. It is currently in its 11th year of service.
What are the capacity specifications for this vessel?
The vessel has a deadweight tonnage of 185,070. Its gross tonnage is recorded at 179,922.
Which classification society maintains this ship?
The vessel is classed by Bureau Veritas. This society is a member of the International Association of Classification Societies (IACS).
Where has the vessel been recently observed?
The vessel has been spotted in West Europe and the Malacca and Singapore Straits. It has also been observed near East and West Africa.
What is the port-state control history for this ship?
Over the last 36 months it has had 9 port state control (PSC) inspections and no detentions, with 7 deficiencies recorded. The most recent inspection was on 8 September 2026. All-time records show 27 inspections since 2015 and no detentions.
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