MAERSK SHAMS (IMO 9726669)
MAERSK SHAMS is a Container Ship built in 2015 and flying the Singapore flag, placing it in its 11th year of service. The vessel reports a deadweight tonnage of 117,176 metric tonnes and a gross tonnage of 95,205. This capacity is characteristic of large-scale containerized cargo operations. MAERSK SHAMS is classed by American Bureau of Shipping, which is a member of the International Association of Classification Societies. The vessel has been observed in East Asia, the North America West Coast, and the Middle America and Gulf of Mexico regions. It has previously operated under two former names and two former flags. Over the last 36 months it has had 5 port state control (PSC) inspections and no detentions. The most recent inspection was on 3 April 2025.
- Type: Container Ship
- Flag: Singapore
- Year built: 2015
- MMSI: 563006800
- Call sign: 9V5255
- Gross tonnage: 95205
- Deadweight: 117176 t
- Length overall: 299 m
- Beam: 48 m
- Port State Control (PSC) inspections: 27 since 2016
- PSC detentions in the last 36 months: 0
- Last PSC inspection: 03/04/2025
- Registered owner: CHROMIS PTE LTD (Denmark)
- Ship manager: MAERSK A/S (Denmark)
- ISM manager: MMS BULKSHIP MANAGEMENT SNG
- Last AIS position: 24°34.8′N · 119°32.9′E · Speed 14.1 kn · under way · received 13 October 2026 at 09:38 UTC
- Destination: Yantian (CN YTN) · ETA 14 October 2026 at 08:00 UTC (as broadcast by the vessel)
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Frequently asked questions
What is the vessel type and age of MAERSK SHAMS?
MAERSK SHAMS is a Container Ship built in 2015. It is currently in its 11th year of service.
What are the capacity specifications for MAERSK SHAMS?
The vessel has a deadweight tonnage of 117,176 metric tonnes. Its gross tonnage is recorded at 95,205.
Which classification society maintains MAERSK SHAMS?
The vessel is classed by the American Bureau of Shipping. This society is a recognized member of the International Association of Classification Societies (IACS).
Where has MAERSK SHAMS been operating recently?
The vessel has been observed in East Asia, the North America West Coast, and the Middle America and Gulf of Mexico. These regions represent its most recent geographic activity.
What is the port-state control record for this vessel?
Over the last 36 months it has had 5 port state control (PSC) inspections and no detentions, with 4 deficiencies recorded. The most recent inspection was on 3 April 2025. All-time records show 27 inspections since 2016 and no detentions.
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