VESSEL PROFILE · IMO 9401271

GFS GALAXY – Ship Tracker & Vessel Information

GFS GALAXY is a Container Ship sailing under the flag of Cyprus (CY). Its persistent vessel identifier is IMO 9401271. The recorded year of build is 2009.

Vessel details

Vessel nameGFS GALAXY
IMO9401271
MMSI210154000
Call sign5BWV6
Flag🇨🇾Cyprus (CY)
Vessel typeContainer Ship
CategoryCargo – Hazard D (Recognizable)
Length304.12 m
Beam40.05 m
Gross tonnage75604
Deadweight87791 t
TEU6500
Year built2009

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About GFS GALAXY

GFS GALAXY is recorded as a Container Ship. The vessel currently sails under the flag of Cyprus (CY). Its recorded year of build is 2009. The vessel carries IMO number 9401271, which serves as its persistent maritime identifier.

Recorded particulars for GFS GALAXY include a length of 304.12 m, a beam of 40.05 m, gross tonnage of 75604, deadweight of 87791 t, container capacity of 6500 TEU. The specific vessel type is Container Ship, while the broader classification is Cargo – Hazard D (Recognizable). These figures are stored vessel particulars and should not be interpreted as live measurements.

Operational identifiers currently recorded for GFS GALAXY include MMSI 210154000 and call sign 5BWV6. 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 GFS GALAXY 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

Beneficial Owner GFS Ship Management GFS Ship Management FZE United Arab Emirates Company classification: Technical Management (DOC) Company website
Operator Maersk A/S Denmark Data updated: 2026-05-22
Technical Manager GFS Ship Management GFS Ship Management FZE United Arab Emirates Company classification: Technical Management (DOC) Company website
Commercial Manager GFS Ship Management United Arab Emirates Data updated: 2026-05-22

Engine & propulsion

Engine designation10K98MC-C
Engine builderHD Hyundai Heavy Industries
Engine designerMAN B&W
Propulsion typeMotor ship (MO)
Maximum continuous output57199 kW
MCO RPM94

Classification & surveys

Classification societyDNV (DNV)
Special survey date2027-08-17
Dry dock date2027-08-17
IOPP certificate issued2022-12-19
IOPP certificate expires2027-08-17
Design draft14.5 m

Inspections & detentions

Recorded inspections9
Recorded detentions0
Latest inspection2026-05-21

The table shows the five most recent inspection records available in the imported snapshot.

DateAuthorityPortTypeDeficienciesDetained
2026-05-21South KoreaBusanInitial5No
2026-02-01ChinaShenzhenInitial3No
2026-02-01ChinaShenzhenFollow-up2No
2025-05-22South KoreaBusanInitial1No
2025-01-03ChinaShenzhenFollow-up5No

Casualties & incidents

Recorded incidents1
Latest incident2026-07-12
Latest typeWar Damage

The three most recent recorded casualty or incident events are shown below.

2026-07-12War Damage

Recent Update: GFS Galaxy:

The Cyprus-flagged container ship GFS Galaxy, was attacked while transiting the Strait of Hormuz.

Casualties: The vessel had 11 Indian nationals on board; 10 were rescued, but one Indian national remains missing.

Incident Details: The vessel sustained significant engine room damage. The United States subsequently launched a third round of retaliatory strikes against Iranian military targets in response to this attack.

Sales & demolitions

Recorded transactions1
Latest report2021-03-02
Latest typeReported Sold

The three most recent recorded sale, purchase or demolition events are shown below.

2021-03-02Reported Sold

Seller → buyer: International Maritime Enterprises SAM

Reported price: USD 46.000 million

Technical Specifications

Net Tonnage47246 NT
Design Draft14.5 m
Depth24.8 m
Length Overall (LOA)304.12 m
Length Between Perpendiculars (LBP)292 m
Design Deadweight85622 t
TEU Capacity6500
Lifecycle StatusNEW_UNPUBLISHED

Frequently Asked Questions

Where is GFS GALAXY now?

The live ship tracker above provides the currently available map-based AIS view for GFS GALAXY. AIS positions can be delayed, incomplete or temporarily unavailable and should not be used for navigation.

What is the IMO number of GFS GALAXY?

The IMO number recorded for GFS GALAXY is 9401271. A valid IMO number is used as the primary persistent vessel identifier.

What is the MMSI of GFS GALAXY?

The currently recorded MMSI for GFS GALAXY is 210154000. MMSI is an operational identifier and can change during a vessel’s lifetime.

What type of ship is GFS GALAXY?

GFS GALAXY is recorded as a Container Ship.

When was GFS GALAXY built?

The recorded year built for GFS GALAXY is 2009.

How long is GFS GALAXY?

The recorded length of GFS GALAXY is 304.12 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.