ELBTOWER (IMO 9968918)
ELBTOWER is a Container Ship built in 2024 and flying the Portugal (MAR) flag, placing it in its second year of service. The vessel reports a deadweight tonnage of 20,071 metric tonnes, a gross tonnage of 18,292, and a length overall of 170 metres. This size and capacity are characteristic of regional container transport operations. ELBTOWER is classed by the American Bureau of Shipping, which is a member of the International Association of Classification Societies. The vessel has been observed in the West Europe region. It has previously operated under one former name and two former flag states. Over the last 36 months it has had 2 port state control (PSC) inspections and no detentions. The most recent inspection was on 17 December 2025.
- Type: Container Ship
- Flag: Portugal (MAR)
- Year built: 2024
- MMSI: 255915664
- Call sign: CQ2122
- Gross tonnage: 18292
- Deadweight: 20071 t
- Length overall: 170 m
- Beam: 28 m
- Port State Control (PSC) inspections: 2 since 2024
- PSC detentions in the last 36 months: 0
- Last PSC inspection: 17/12/2025
- Registered owner: ED JL 0296 GMBH & CO KG (Germany)
- Ship manager · ISM manager: USC BARNKRUG GMBH & CO KG (Germany)
- Last AIS position: 49°40.0′N · 004°14.0′W · Speed 14.9 kn · under way · received 12 October 2026 at 08:47 UTC
- Destination: Miami (US MIA) · ETA 21 October 2026 at 06:00 UTC (as broadcast by the vessel)
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Frequently asked questions
What is the vessel type and age of ELBTOWER?
ELBTOWER is a Container Ship built in 2024. It is currently in its second year of service.
What are the dimensions of ELBTOWER?
The vessel has a length overall of 170 metres and a beam of 28 metres. It carries a deadweight tonnage of 20,071 metric tonnes.
Which classification society manages ELBTOWER?
The vessel is classed by the American Bureau of Shipping. This society is a recognized member of the International Association of Classification Societies (IACS).
Where has ELBTOWER been operating recently?
The vessel has been observed in the West Europe region. This is the primary geographic area recorded in recent maritime data.
What is the PSC inspection history for ELBTOWER?
Over the last 36 months it has had 2 port state control (PSC) inspections and no detentions, with 8 deficiencies recorded. The most recent inspection was on 17 December 2025. All-time records show 2 inspections since 2024 and no detentions.
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