TOURMALINE ACE (IMO 9979084)
TOURMALINE ACE is a Vehicles Carrier built in 2025 and flying the Liberia flag, placing it in its first year of service. The vessel reports a deadweight tonnage of 18,467 metric tonnes and a gross tonnage of 77,695. This vessel is configured for the specialized transport of automotive cargo. TOURMALINE ACE is classed by Nippon Kaiji Kyokai, which is an IACS member. The vessel has been observed in East Asia, the North America West Coast, and East Africa over recent periods. It has previously operated under one former name and one former flag. Over the last 36 months it has had 6 port state control (PSC) inspections and no detentions. The most recent inspection was on 17 June 2026.
- Type: Vehicles Carrier
- Flag: Liberia
- Year built: 2025
- MMSI: 636024846
- Call sign: 5LUO6
- Gross tonnage: 77695
- Deadweight: 18467 t
- Length overall: 200 m
- Beam: 38 m
- Port State Control (PSC) inspections: 6 since 2025
- PSC detentions in the last 36 months: 0
- Last PSC inspection: 17/06/2026
- Registered owner: SEAFLOWER MARINE SA (Japan)
- Ship manager: MITSUI OSK LINES LTD (Japan)
- ISM manager: MOL GLOBAL SHIP MANAGEMENT PTE
- Last AIS position: 39°1.3′N · 117°46.1′E · Speed 0.1 kn · under way · received 11 October 2026 at 03:05 UTC
- Destination: Tianjin Xingang Pt (CN TXG)
Frequently asked questions
What is the vessel type of TOURMALINE ACE?
TOURMALINE ACE is a Vehicles Carrier. It was built in 2025 and is currently in its first year of service.
What are the tonnage specifications for TOURMALINE ACE?
The vessel has a gross tonnage of 77,695. It also reports a deadweight tonnage of 18,467 metric tonnes.
Which classification society maintains TOURMALINE ACE?
The vessel is classed by Nippon Kaiji Kyokai. This society is a member of the International Association of Classification Societies (IACS).
Where has TOURMALINE ACE been recently observed?
The vessel has been observed in East Asia, East Africa, and the North America West Coast. These regions represent its most recent geographic activity.
How many PSC inspections has the vessel undergone?
Over the last 36 months it has had 6 port state control (PSC) inspections and no detentions, with 1 deficiency recorded. The most recent inspection was on 17 June 2026. All-time records show 6 inspections since 2025 and no detentions.
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