AAL HOUSTON (IMO 9958779)
AAL HOUSTON is a General Cargo Ship built in 2024 and flying the Portugal (MAR) flag, placing it in its 2nd year of service. The vessel reports a deadweight tonnage of 32,506 metric tonnes, a gross tonnage of 25,784, and a length overall of 179.9 metres. This vessel is configured for multi-purpose dry cargo operations. AAL HOUSTON is classed by DNV, which is a member of the International Association of Classification Societies (IACS). The vessel has been observed in the Malacca Strait, South Africa, and West Africa 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 16 March 2026.
- Type: General Cargo Ship
- Flag: Portugal (MAR)
- Year built: 2024
- MMSI: 255915733
- Call sign: CQ2191
- Gross tonnage: 25784
- Deadweight: 32506 t
- Length overall: 179.9 m
- Beam: 30 m
- Home port: MADEIRA
- Port State Control (PSC) inspections: 4 since 2024
- PSC detentions in the last 36 months: 0
- Last PSC inspection: 16/03/2026
- Registered owner: AAL HOUSTON SHIPPING LTD (Cyprus)
- Ship manager · ISM manager · DOC holder: COLUMBIA SHIPMANAGEMENT LTD (Cyprus)
- Last AIS position: 28°37.4′N · 123°26.1′E · Speed 13.3 kn · under way · received 11 October 2026 at 17:38 UTC
- Destination: Pyeongtaek-Dangjin (PTK) (KR PTK) · ETA 13 October 2026 at 14:42 UTC (as broadcast by the vessel)
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Frequently asked questions
What are the dimensions of AAL HOUSTON?
The vessel has a length overall of 179.9 metres and a beam of 30 metres. It operates with a maximum draught of 10.3 metres.
What is the cargo capacity of AAL HOUSTON?
The vessel has a deadweight tonnage of 32,506 metric tonnes. Its gross tonnage is recorded at 25,784.
Which shipyard built AAL HOUSTON?
The vessel was built by CSSC Huangpu Wenchong Shipbuilding Company Limited. It was completed in 2024 and is currently in its second year of service.
What is the classification of AAL HOUSTON?
AAL HOUSTON is classed by DNV, which is an IACS member. The vessel's current status is listed as Delivered.
How many inspections has the vessel undergone?
Over the last 36 months it has had 4 port state control (PSC) inspections and no detentions; the deficiency count is reported for 3 of them. The most recent inspection was on 16 March 2026. All-time records show 4 inspections since 2024 and no detentions.
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