EXPLORA III (IMO 9869899)
EXPLORA III is a Passenger (Cruise) Ship built in 2026 and flying the Malta flag, placing it in its 0 year of service. The vessel reports a deadweight tonnage of 7,500 metric tonnes, a gross tonnage of 72,810, and a length overall of 268 metres. This vessel is configured for the passenger cruise market. No classification society or IACS membership information is currently available for this vessel. It has been observed in the Mediterranean Sea. The vessel has a history of two former names and one former flag. Over the last 36 months it has had 1 port state control (PSC) inspection and no detentions. The most recent inspection was on 4 August 2026.
- Type: Passenger (Cruise) Ship
- Flag: Malta
- Year built: 2026
- MMSI: 248098000
- Call sign: 9HA6513
- Gross tonnage: 73904
- Deadweight: 6208 t
- Length overall: 268 m
- Beam: 33 m
- Home port: VALLETTA -
- Port State Control (PSC) inspections: 1 since 2026
- PSC detentions in the last 36 months: 0
- Last PSC inspection: 04/08/2026
- Registered owner: COMPANIA NAVIERA YC 3 SA (Italy)
- Ship manager: MSC CROCIERE SPA (Italy)
- ISM manager: MSC CRUISE MANAGEMENT UK LTD (United Kingdom)
- Last AIS position: 47°22.4′N · 061°49.8′W · Speed 16.2 kn · under way · received 12 October 2026 at 11:40 UTC
- Destination: To be nominated
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Frequently asked questions
What type of vessel is EXPLORA III?
EXPLORA III is a Passenger (Cruise) Ship. It is a large vessel with a gross tonnage of 72,810.
What are the dimensions of EXPLORA III?
The vessel has a length overall of 268 metres. It also features a beam of 38 metres.
What is the flag state of EXPLORA III?
The vessel currently flies the Malta flag. It has operated under one former flag state previously.
Where has EXPLORA III been observed?
The vessel has been observed in the Mediterranean Sea. This is the primary geographic area listed in its recent activity.
How many PSC inspections has the vessel had?
Over the last 36 months it has had 1 port state control (PSC) inspection and no detentions, with no deficiencies recorded. The most recent inspection was on 4 August 2026. All-time records show 1 inspection since 2026 and no detentions.
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