MORESBY CHIEF (IMO 9848766)
MORESBY CHIEF is a Container Ship built in 2020 and flying the Singapore flag, placing it in its sixth year of service. The vessel reports a deadweight tonnage of 30,383 metric tonnes, a gross tonnage of 26,971, and a length overall of 186 metres. This vessel is configured for containerized cargo transport within regional trade routes. MORESBY CHIEF is classed by Lloyd's Register, which is a member of the International Association of Classification Societies (IACS). The vessel has been observed in East Asia, South East Asia, and the Malacca Strait, Singapore Strait, and South China Sea. It has previously operated under two former names and two former flags. Over the last 36 months it has had 6 port state control (PSC) inspections and no detentions. The most recent inspection was on 12 August 2026.
- Type: Container Ship
- Flag: Singapore
- Year built: 2020
- MMSI: 563269900
- Call sign: 9VMB2
- Gross tonnage: 26971
- Deadweight: 30383 t
- Length overall: 186 m
- Beam: 32 m
- Port State Control (PSC) inspections: 11 since 2020
- PSC detentions in the last 36 months: 0
- Last PSC inspection: 12/08/2026
- Registered owner · Ship manager · ISM manager: SWIRE SHIPPING PTE LTD (Singapore)
- Last AIS position: 24°49.0′N · 118°43.6′E · Speed 15.9 kn · under way · received 12 October 2026 at 21:03 UTC
- Destination: Quanzhou (CN QZJ)
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Frequently asked questions
What is the vessel type and age of MORESBY CHIEF?
MORESBY CHIEF is a container ship built in 2020. It is currently in its sixth year of service.
What are the dimensions of MORESBY CHIEF?
The vessel has a length overall of 186 metres and a beam of 32 metres. These dimensions support its capacity as a 30,383 DWT container ship.
Which classification society manages MORESBY CHIEF?
The vessel is classed by Lloyd's Register, which is an IACS member. Its current classification status is listed as Delivered.
Where has MORESBY CHIEF been recently observed?
The vessel has been active in East Asia and South East Asia. Specific recent sightings include the Malacca Strait, Singapore Strait, and South China Sea.
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, with 3 deficiencies recorded. The most recent inspection was on 12 August 2026. All-time records show 11 inspections since 2020 and no detentions.
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