AUTO ADVANCE (IMO 9881299)
AUTO ADVANCE is a Vehicles Carrier built in 2021 and flying the Portugal (MAR) flag, placing it in its fifth year of service. The vessel reports a deadweight tonnage of 12,457 metric tonnes, a gross tonnage of 35,667, and a length overall of 169.108 metres. This vessel is configured for specialized automotive transport operations. AUTO ADVANCE is classed by DNV, which is a member of the International Association of Classification Societies (IACS). The vessel has been observed in West Europe, North Europe, and the Mediterranean Sea. It has previously operated under two former names and one former flag. Over the last 36 months it has had 4 port state control (PSC) inspections and no detentions. The most recent inspection was on 18 September 2026.
- Type: Vehicles Carrier
- Flag: Portugal (MAR)
- Year built: 2021
- MMSI: 255738000
- Call sign: CQKD
- Gross tonnage: 35667
- Deadweight: 12457 t
- Length overall: 169.108 m
- Beam: 27.998 m
- Home port: MADEIRA
- Port State Control (PSC) inspections: 6 since 2022
- PSC detentions in the last 36 months: 0
- Last PSC inspection: 18/09/2026
- Registered owner: UECC UNIPESSOAL LDA (Madeira)
- Ship manager · ISM manager · DOC holder: UECC (Norway)
- Last AIS position: 42°14.0′N · 008°44.9′W · Speed 1.4 kn · under way · received 10 October 2026 at 05:56 UTC
- Destination: Vigo (ES VGO)
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Frequently asked questions
What is the vessel type and age of AUTO ADVANCE?
AUTO ADVANCE is a Vehicles Carrier built in 2021. It is currently in its fifth year of service.
What are the dimensions of AUTO ADVANCE?
The vessel has a length overall of 169.108 metres and a beam of 27.998 metres. It operates with a maximum draught of 8.8 metres.
Which classification society maintains AUTO ADVANCE?
The vessel is classed by DNV, which is an IACS member. Its current class status is listed as Delivered.
What is the deadweight tonnage of this vessel?
AUTO ADVANCE has a deadweight tonnage of 12,457 metric tonnes. Its gross tonnage is recorded at 35,667.
How many inspections has the vessel undergone recently?
Over the last 36 months it has had 4 port state control (PSC) inspections and no detentions, with 1 deficiency recorded. The most recent inspection was on 18 September 2026. All-time records show 6 inspections since 2022 and no detentions.
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