GRANDE LUANDA (IMO 9724738)
GRANDE LUANDA is a Ro-Ro Cargo Ship built in 2015 and flying the Italy flag, placing it in its 11th year of service. The vessel reports a deadweight tonnage of 32,246 metric tonnes, a gross tonnage of 71,543, and a length overall of 236 metres. This configuration is typical for specialized roll-on/roll-off cargo operations. GRANDE LUANDA is classed by Registro Italiano Navale, which is an IACS member. The vessel has been observed in the Indian Ocean, Java Sea, and South East Asia over recent periods. It has previously operated under one former name and one former flag. Over the last 36 months it has had 9 port state control (PSC) inspections and no detentions. The most recent inspection was on 15 July 2026.
- Type: Ro-Ro Cargo Ship
- Flag: Italy
- Year built: 2015
- MMSI: 247342300
- Call sign: IBFV
- Gross tonnage: 71543
- Deadweight: 32246 t
- Length overall: 236 m
- Beam: 36.16 m
- Home port: PALERMO -
- Port State Control (PSC) inspections: 34 since 2016
- PSC detentions in the last 36 months: 0
- Last PSC inspection: 15/07/2026
- Registered owner · ISM manager: GRIMALDI DEEP SEA SPA (Italy)
- Ship manager: GRIMALDI GROUP SPA (Italy)
- Last AIS position: 52°25.0′N · 004°46.2′E · Speed 0.0 kn · moored · received 12 October 2026 at 04:15 UTC
- Destination: Amsterdam (NL AMS)
Frequently asked questions
What is the vessel type and age of GRANDE LUANDA?
GRANDE LUANDA is a Ro-Ro Cargo Ship built in 2015. It is currently in its 11th year of service.
What are the dimensions of GRANDE LUANDA?
The vessel has a length overall of 236 metres and a beam of 36 metres. These dimensions support its role as a Ro-Ro cargo carrier.
Which classification society maintains GRANDE LUANDA?
The vessel is classed by Registro Italiano Navale, which is an IACS member. Its current class notation is + AUT-UMS GREEN STAR 3 INWATERSURVEY MON-SHAFT PMS.
What is the PSC inspection history for this vessel?
Over the last 36 months it has had 9 port state control (PSC) inspections and no detentions; the deficiency count is reported for 8 of them. The most recent inspection was on 15 July 2026. All-time records show 34 inspections since 2016 and no detentions.
Where has GRANDE LUANDA been recently observed?
The vessel has been active in several regions including the Indian Ocean, Java Sea, and South Africa. It has also been recorded in East Asia and South East Asia.
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