APL QINGDAO – Ship Tracker & Vessel Information
APL QINGDAO is a Container Ship sailing under the flag of Malta (MT). Its persistent vessel identifier is IMO 9461893. The recorded year of build is 2012.
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About APL QINGDAO
APL QINGDAO is recorded as a Container Ship. The vessel currently sails under the flag of Malta (MT). Its recorded year of build is 2012. The vessel carries IMO number 9461893, which serves as its persistent maritime identifier.
Recorded particulars for APL QINGDAO include a length of 349 m, a beam of 45.8 m, gross tonnage of 113735, deadweight of 125307 t, container capacity of 10106 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 QINGDAO include MMSI 215558000 and call sign 9HA5178. 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 QINGDAO 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
Engine & propulsion
Classification & surveys
Inspections & detentions
The table shows the five most recent inspection records available in the imported snapshot.
| Date | Authority | Port | Type | Deficiencies | Detained |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2026-05-19 | United States | San Pedro | Initial | – | No |
| 2026-04-23 | Vietnam | Haiphong | Initial | – | No |
| 2026-04-23 | Vietnam | Haiphong | Follow-up | 1 | No |
| 2025-10-14 | China | Shanghai | Initial | 2 | No |
| 2025-10-14 | China | Shanghai | Follow-up | 1 | No |
Casualties & incidents
The three most recent recorded casualty or incident events are shown below.
Container ship suffered propulsion failure and lost control while approaching Verrazzano Bridge, soon after departing GCT New York terminal on Staten Island. Vessel slowed down and she almost came to a stop 1500 meters from the bridge. She was then diverted to a safe anchorage off Buono Beach where repairs were carried out. Vessel resumed voyage on 7 April, bound for Norfolk.
Technical Specifications
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Frequently Asked Questions
Where is APL QINGDAO now?
The live ship tracker above provides the currently available map-based AIS view for APL QINGDAO. AIS positions can be delayed, incomplete or temporarily unavailable and should not be used for navigation.
What is the IMO number of APL QINGDAO?
The IMO number recorded for APL QINGDAO is 9461893. A valid IMO number is used as the primary persistent vessel identifier.
What is the MMSI of APL QINGDAO?
The currently recorded MMSI for APL QINGDAO is 215558000. MMSI is an operational identifier and can change during a vessel’s lifetime.
What type of ship is APL QINGDAO?
APL QINGDAO is recorded as a Container Ship.
When was APL QINGDAO built?
The recorded year built for APL QINGDAO is 2012.
How long is APL QINGDAO?
The recorded length of APL QINGDAO is 349 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.