VUNG TAU EXPRESS (IMO 9767998)
VUNG TAU EXPRESS is a Container Ship built in 2018 and flying the Singapore flag, placing it in its eighth year of service. The vessel reports a deadweight tonnage of 119,182 metric tonnes, a gross tonnage of 113,509, and a length overall of 335.933 metres. This size and capacity indicate its role in large-scale containerized maritime logistics. VUNG TAU EXPRESS is classed by DNV, which is a member of the International Association of Classification Societies (IACS). The vessel has been observed in the Malacca Strait, the South China Sea, and along the North America West Coast. It has previously operated under two former names and two different flag states. Over the last 36 months it has had 6 port state control (PSC) inspections and no detentions. The most recent inspection was on 30 March 2026.
- Type: Container Ship
- Flag: Singapore
- Year built: 2018
- MMSI: 563281400
- Call sign: 9VMZ6
- Gross tonnage: 113509
- Deadweight: 119182 t
- Length overall: 335.933 m
- Beam: 48.19 m
- Home port: Singapore
- Port State Control (PSC) inspections: 17 since 2018
- PSC detentions in the last 36 months: 0
- Last PSC inspection: 30/03/2026
- Registered owner · Ship manager · ISM manager: SEASPAN CORPORATION PTE LTD
- Ship manager · ISM manager · DOC holder: SEASPAN SHIP MANAGEMENT LTD (Canada)
- Last AIS position: 34°38.8′N · 121°57.1′W · Speed 10.3 kn · under way · received 10 October 2026 at 00:40 UTC
- Destination: Los Angeles (US LAX) · ETA 11 October 2026 at 11:00 UTC (as broadcast by the vessel)
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Frequently asked questions
What are the dimensions of VUNG TAU EXPRESS?
The vessel has a length overall of 335.933 metres and a beam of 48.19 metres. It operates with a maximum draught of 15.5 metres.
Which classification society maintains VUNG TAU EXPRESS?
The vessel is classed by DNV, which is an IACS member. Its current class status is listed as Delivered with multiple notations including BWM(T) and SAFELASH.
What is the cargo capacity of this vessel?
VUNG TAU EXPRESS has a deadweight tonnage of 119,182 metric tonnes. Its gross tonnage is recorded at 113,509.
Where has VUNG TAU EXPRESS been operating recently?
The vessel has been observed in the Malacca Strait, the South China Sea, and the North America West Coast. These areas represent its recent recent geographic activity.
How many inspections has the vessel undergone?
Over the last 36 months it has had 6 port state control (PSC) inspections and no detentions; the deficiency count is reported for 5 of them. The most recent inspection was on 30 March 2026. All-time records show 17 inspections since 2018 and no detentions.
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