MAERSK SHAMS – Ship Tracker & Vessel Information
MAERSK SHAMS is a Container Ship sailing under the flag of Singapore (SG). Its persistent vessel identifier is IMO 9726669. The recorded year of build is 2015.
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About MAERSK SHAMS
MAERSK SHAMS is recorded as a Container Ship. The vessel currently sails under the flag of Singapore (SG). Its recorded year of build is 2015. The vessel carries IMO number 9726669, which serves as its persistent maritime identifier.
Recorded particulars for MAERSK SHAMS include a length of 299.92 m, a beam of 48.2 m, gross tonnage of 95205, deadweight of 117175 t, container capacity of 10000 TEU. The specific vessel type is Container Ship, while the broader classification is Cargo. These figures are stored vessel particulars and should not be interpreted as live measurements.
Operational identifiers currently recorded for MAERSK SHAMS include MMSI 563006800 and call sign 9V5255. 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 MAERSK SHAMS 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025-03-04 | China | Shanghai | Initial | 3 | No |
| 2025-03-04 | China | Shanghai | Follow-up | 1 | No |
| 2024-05-15 | China | Shenzhen | Initial | – | No |
| 2024-01-04 | United States | Baltimore, Maryland | Initial | – | No |
| 2023-11-22 | China | Shenzhen | Initial | 1 | No |
Casualties & incidents
The three most recent recorded casualty or incident events are shown below.
Ran aground in Suez Canal at Km 138 05 Jul 2016. SCA tugs on scene. Movement in Canal unaffected. Refloated same day. Still anch near Adabiya, in 29 47 N 30 15 E, 08 Jul. Ar Jeddah 12 Jul. Sd 13 Jul.
Technical Specifications
Frequently Asked Questions
Where is MAERSK SHAMS now?
The live ship tracker above provides the currently available map-based AIS view for MAERSK SHAMS. AIS positions can be delayed, incomplete or temporarily unavailable and should not be used for navigation.
What is the IMO number of MAERSK SHAMS?
The IMO number recorded for MAERSK SHAMS is 9726669. A valid IMO number is used as the primary persistent vessel identifier.
What is the MMSI of MAERSK SHAMS?
The currently recorded MMSI for MAERSK SHAMS is 563006800. MMSI is an operational identifier and can change during a vessel’s lifetime.
What type of ship is MAERSK SHAMS?
MAERSK SHAMS is recorded as a Container Ship.
When was MAERSK SHAMS built?
The recorded year built for MAERSK SHAMS is 2015.
How long is MAERSK SHAMS?
The recorded length of MAERSK SHAMS is 299.92 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.