POLAR BRASIL (IMO 9797216)
POLAR BRASIL is a Container Ship built in 2018 and flying the Malta flag, placing it in its 8th year of service. The vessel reports a deadweight tonnage of 52,023 metric tonnes, a gross tonnage of 43,628, and a length overall of 230 metres. This size and type suggest its use in regional containerized cargo transport. POLAR BRASIL is classed by the American Bureau of Shipping, which is an IACS member. The vessel has been observed in the Middle America and Gulf of Mexico regions, as well as the North America East Coast. It has previously operated under one former name and one former flag. Over the last 36 months it has had 6 port state control (PSC) inspections and no detentions. The most recent inspection was on 20 August 2026.
- Type: Container Ship
- Flag: Malta
- Year built: 2018
- MMSI: 248556000
- Call sign: 9HA4703
- Gross tonnage: 43628
- Deadweight: 52023 t
- Length overall: 230 m
- Beam: 37 m
- Port State Control (PSC) inspections: 25 since 2018
- PSC detentions in the last 36 months: 0
- Last PSC inspection: 20/08/2026
- Registered owner: SYKES MARITIME CO (Greece)
- Ship manager: COSTAMARE SHIPPING CO SA (Greece)
- ISM manager: NAVILANDS CONTAINER MANAGEMENT (Greece)
- Last AIS position: 9°26.8′N · 079°54.0′W · Speed 14.0 kn · under way · received 6 October 2026 at 01:51 UTC
- Destination: Turbo (CO TRB)
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Frequently asked questions
What is the vessel type and age of POLAR BRASIL?
POLAR BRASIL is a container ship built in 2018. It is currently in its 8th year of service.
What are the dimensions of POLAR BRASIL?
The vessel has a length overall of 230 metres and a beam of 37 metres. It carries a deadweight tonnage of 52,023 metric tonnes.
Which classification society manages POLAR BRASIL?
The vessel is classed by the American Bureau of Shipping. This society is a recognized 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 6 port state control (PSC) inspections and no detentions; the deficiency count is reported for 4 of them. The most recent inspection was on 20 August 2026. All-time records show 25 inspections since 2018 and no detentions.
Where has POLAR BRASIL been operating recently?
The vessel has been observed in the Middle America and Gulf of Mexico regions. It has also been recorded near the North America East Coast.
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