APL COLUMBUS – Ship Tracker & Vessel Information
APL COLUMBUS is a Container Ship sailing under the flag of Singapore (SG). Its persistent vessel identifier is IMO 9597525. The recorded year of build is 2014.
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About APL COLUMBUS
APL COLUMBUS is recorded as a Container Ship. The vessel currently sails under the flag of Singapore (SG). Its recorded year of build is 2014. The vessel carries IMO number 9597525, which serves as its persistent maritime identifier.
Recorded particulars for APL COLUMBUS include a length of 328.2 m, a beam of 45.2 m, gross tonnage of 109712, deadweight of 115017 t, container capacity of 9200 TEU. The specific vessel type is Container Ship, while the broader classification is Cargo – Hazard A (Major). These figures are stored vessel particulars and should not be interpreted as live measurements.
Operational identifiers currently recorded for APL COLUMBUS include MMSI 566953000 and call sign 9V9920. MMSI and call sign can change during a vessel’s service life, whereas a valid IMO number normally remains the primary persistent identifier.
Live tracking and data notes
The live ship tracker on this page provides a map-based AIS view for APL COLUMBUS through the configured external tracking provider. AIS information can be delayed, incomplete or temporarily unavailable because reception and provider coverage vary by area and vessel. The map is intended for general vessel discovery and position context and must not be used for navigation or safety-critical decisions.
Additional profile sections appear only when suitable source records are available, including ownership and management, engine or classification information, surveys, inspections, casualties, and sale or demolition events. Missing fields are not filled with invented values, so some modules may be absent when the underlying data snapshot does not contain sufficient evidence. The profile is compiled from controlled source records maintained for Ship-Tracker.org and may change as newer verified data becomes available.
Ownership & Management
Classification & surveys
Inspections & detentions
The table shows the five most recent inspection records available in the imported snapshot.
| Date | Authority | Port | Type | Deficiencies | Detained |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025-07-28 | United Kingdom | London | Initial | 2 | No |
| 2025-06-13 | Australia | Fremantle | Initial | – | No |
| 2024-09-17 | Australia | Melbourne, Vic | Initial | – | No |
| 2024-07-20 | Germany | Hamburg | Detailed | – | No |
| 2022-08-25 | Canada | Vancouver | Initial | 2 | No |
Technical Specifications
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Frequently Asked Questions
Where is APL COLUMBUS now?
The live ship tracker above provides the currently available map-based AIS view for APL COLUMBUS. AIS positions can be delayed, incomplete or temporarily unavailable and should not be used for navigation.
What is the IMO number of APL COLUMBUS?
The IMO number recorded for APL COLUMBUS is 9597525. A valid IMO number is used as the primary persistent vessel identifier.
What is the MMSI of APL COLUMBUS?
The currently recorded MMSI for APL COLUMBUS is 566953000. MMSI is an operational identifier and can change during a vessel’s lifetime.
What type of ship is APL COLUMBUS?
APL COLUMBUS is recorded as a Container Ship.
When was APL COLUMBUS built?
The recorded year built for APL COLUMBUS is 2014.
How long is APL COLUMBUS?
The recorded length of APL COLUMBUS is 328.2 m.
Data & accuracy
Vessel particulars are compiled from the Ship-Tracker.org Vessel Master and documented source records. Information may be incomplete, delayed or changed after the last recorded update. IMO is used as the persistent primary vessel identifier; MMSI and call sign may change during a vessel’s lifetime.