UHL FUTURE (IMO 9808845)
UHL FUTURE is a Heavy Load Carrier built in 2019 and flying the Portugal (MAR) flag, placing it in its 7th year of service. The vessel reports a deadweight tonnage of 17,165 metric tonnes, a gross tonnage of 16,729, and a length overall of 149.971 metres. This configuration supports specialized heavy-lift and multi-purpose cargo operations. UHL FUTURE is classed by DNV, which is a member of the International Association of Classification Societies (IACS). The vessel has been observed in West Africa, North Europe, and East Asia over recent periods. It has been registered under two former names and has operated under three different flag states. Over the last 36 months it has had 4 port state control (PSC) inspections and no detentions. The most recent inspection was on 27 December 2025.
- Type: Heavy Load Carrier
- Flag: Portugal (MAR)
- Year built: 2019
- MMSI: 255806203
- Call sign: CQAK9
- Gross tonnage: 16729
- Deadweight: 17165 t
- Length overall: 149.971 m
- Beam: 25.6 m
- Home port: MADEIRA
- Port State Control (PSC) inspections: 13 since 2019
- PSC detentions in the last 36 months: 0
- Last PSC inspection: 27/12/2025
- Registered owner: UHL FUTURE GMBH & CO KG (Germany)
- Ship manager · ISM manager · DOC holder: HAMMONIA REEDEREI GMBH (Germany)
- Last AIS position: 32°56.9′S · 017°16.3′W · Speed 13.1 kn · under way · received 7 October 2026 at 19:55 UTC
- Destination: Cape Town (ZA CPT) · ETA 13 October 2026 at 17:09 UTC (as broadcast by the vessel)
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Frequently asked questions
What is the vessel type and build year of UHL FUTURE?
UHL FUTURE is a Heavy Load Carrier built in 2019. It is currently in its 7th year of service.
What are the dimensions of UHL FUTURE?
The vessel has a length overall of 149.971 metres and a beam of 25.6 metres. It operates with a maximum draught of 9.2 metres.
Which classification society maintains UHL FUTURE?
The vessel is classed by DNV, which is an IACS member. Its current class status is listed as Delivered.
What is the deadweight capacity of UHL FUTURE?
The vessel has a deadweight tonnage of 17,165 metric tonnes. This is accompanied by a gross tonnage of 16,729.
How many inspections has UHL FUTURE undergone recently?
Over the last 36 months it has had 4 port state control (PSC) inspections and no detentions, with 6 deficiencies recorded. The most recent inspection was on 27 December 2025. All-time records show 13 inspections since 2019 and no detentions.
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