FARO
- Vessel Type: Sailing
- MMSI: 242569300
- IMO: 9233014
- Call sign: CNA5156
FARO (IMO: 9233014) is a Sailing vessel sailing under the Morocco flag. It has an overall length of 141 feets and a beam of 30 feets.
FARO position reported at 07/03/2026 16:59:38 UTC:
Latitude: -9.626670, Longitude -9.626670 longitude
Visited ports: Agadir
VESSEL PROFILE: FARO
VESSEL IDENTIFICATION
| Field | Details |
|---|---|
| Vessel Name | FARO |
| MMSI | 242569300 |
| IMO Number | 9233014 |
| Call Sign | CNA5156 |
| Flag State | Morocco |
| Vessel Type | Passenger/Ro-Ro Vessel (Ferry) |
| Status | Active |
VESSEL SPECIFICATIONS
| Field | Details |
|---|---|
| Gross Tonnage (GT) | 26,904 GT |
| Deadweight Tonnage (DWT) | ~3,500 DWT (approx.) |
| Length Overall (LOA) | 166.00 m |
| Beam | 27.70 m |
| Draft | 6.20 m |
| Decks | Multiple passenger and vehicle decks |
| Year Built | 2001 |
| Hull Material | Steel |
PROPULSION
| Field | Details |
|---|---|
| Propulsion Type | Diesel Mechanical |
| Engine Arrangement | Twin Screw |
| Service Speed | Approx. 21–23 knots |
| Propellers | Twin controllable pitch propellers (CPP) |
| Bow Thrusters | Fitted |
| Stern Thrusters | Fitted |
Specific engine manufacturer/model data not independently verified at time of publication.
SHIPYARD / CONSTRUCTION
| Field | Details |
|---|---|
| Shipyard | Visentini Cantieri Navali, Italy |
| Build Location | Porto Viro, Italy |
| Year Delivered | 2001 |
| Hull Number | Available in class records |
OWNER / OPERATOR
| Field | Details |
|---|---|
| Registered Owner | Compagnie Marocaine de Navigation (COMANAV) / associated Moroccan state maritime interests |
| Commercial Operator | Associated with Moroccan maritime ferry services |
| Flag Administration | Kingdom of Morocco |
| Port of Registry | Morocco |
Ownership structures may have changed. Verification against current ship registry records is recommended.
NAVIGATION & COMMUNICATIONS EQUIPMENT
Based on vessel class and flag state requirements, the vessel is expected to be equipped with:
- GMDSS – Global Maritime Distress and Safety System compliant equipment
- AIS – Automatic Identification System (Class A)
- RADAR – Multiple radar systems (X-band / S-band)
- ECDIS – Electronic Chart Display and Information System
- VHF Radio – Multi-channel marine VHF
- NAVTEX – Navigational Telex receiver
- EPIRB – Emergency Position Indicating Radio Beacon
- SART – Search and Rescue Transponder
- GPS/GNSS – Integrated navigation system
Exact equipment fit has not been independently verified. Equipment list is based on SOLAS requirements applicable to vessel type and tonnage.
OPERATING REGION
| Field | Details |
|---|---|
| Primary Trade Route | Strait of Gibraltar corridor |
| Key Ports | Morocco–Spain ferry services (e.g., Tangier, Tarifa, Algeciras) |
| Operating Waters | Western Mediterranean Sea / North African Atlantic coast |
| Route Classification | Short-sea / Ro-Pax international ferry service |
| Regulatory Zone | SOLAS compliance / Mediterranean MOU |
VESSEL DESCRIPTION
The FARO (IMO: 9233014) is a Ro-Pax (Roll-on/Roll-off Passenger) ferry operating under the Moroccan flag. Built in 2001 at the Visentini shipyard in Italy, the vessel was designed for combined passenger and vehicle transport operations on short-to-medium sea crossings.
With a gross tonnage of approximately 26,904 GT and a length of 166 meters, the FARO is configured to accommodate a significant number of passengers, passenger vehicles, trucks, and trailers across multiple decks. The vessel features bow and stern thruster systems to assist in port maneuvering without tug assistance.
The FARO has historically operated within the Strait of Gibraltar region, providing vital ferry connections between Morocco and Spain, a strategically important corridor for both commercial freight and passenger movement between Africa and Europe. The route is subject to high traffic density and requires compliance with both Moroccan maritime authority regulations and European port state control requirements.
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LIMITATION OF LIABILITY NOTICE: This vessel profile has been compiled using publicly available maritime data sources. Information presented herein is provided for reference purposes only. No warranty, express or implied, is made as to the accuracy, completeness, or currency of the data. Vessel specifications, ownership details, equipment, and operational status are subject to change. Users are solely responsible for independently verifying all data before reliance for any commercial, legal, navigational, or operational purpose. The compiler of this profile accepts no liability for any loss, damage, or consequence arising from use of or reliance upon this information.
Profile compiled based on publicly available maritime databases | Data current to best available information at time of compilation
| Port | Type | Date |
|---|---|---|
| AGADIR | Port | 7/3/2026 |