BLANCO ACE (IMO 9889112)
BLANCO ACE is a Vehicles Carrier built in 2021 and flying the Panama flag, placing it in its fifth year of service. The vessel reports a deadweight tonnage of 17,885 metric tonnes and a gross tonnage of 72,707. This vessel is configured for the specialized transport of automotive units. BLANCO ACE is classed by Nippon Kaiji Kyokai, which is an IACS member. The vessel has been observed in East Africa, South Asia, and South East Asia over recent periods. It has previously operated under one former name 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 27 March 2026.
- Type: Vehicles Carrier
- Flag: Panama
- Year built: 2021
- MMSI: 352978142
- Call sign: 3E3970
- Gross tonnage: 72707
- Deadweight: 17885 t
- Length overall: 199 m
- Beam: 38 m
- Port State Control (PSC) inspections: 12 since 2021
- PSC detentions in the last 36 months: 0
- Last PSC inspection: 27/03/2026
- Registered owner: GOLDEN HELM SHIPPING CO SA (Japan)
- Ship manager · ISM manager: OSAKA FLEET CO LTD (Japan)
- Last AIS position: 5°56.6′S · 062°13.2′E · Speed 18.8 kn · under way · received 10 October 2026 at 11:01 UTC
- Destination: Dar es Salaam (TZ DAR) · ETA 13 October 2026 at 23:36 UTC (as broadcast by the vessel)
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Frequently asked questions
What is the vessel type of BLANCO ACE?
BLANCO ACE is a Vehicles Carrier. It was built in 2021 and is currently in its fifth year of service.
What are the tonnage specifications for BLANCO ACE?
The vessel has a gross tonnage of 72,707. It also reports a deadweight tonnage of 17,885 metric tonnes.
Which classification society manages BLANCO ACE?
The vessel is classed by Nippon Kaiji Kyokai. This society is a 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 4 port state control (PSC) inspections and no detentions, with 9 deficiencies recorded. The most recent inspection was on 27 March 2026. All-time records show 12 inspections since 2021 and no detentions.
Where has BLANCO ACE been recently observed?
The vessel has been observed in several regions including South Asia, West Africa, and East Africa. These observations cover various recent trading periods.
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