CHANG DA 168 (IMO 1016874)
CHANG DA 168 is a General Cargo Ship built in 2009 and flying the Palau (Republic of) flag, placing it in its 17th year of service. The vessel reports a deadweight tonnage of 9,500 metric tonnes and a gross tonnage of 5,727, with a length overall of 123 metres. This size profile is typical for general cargo operations in regional coastal trades. CHANG DA 168 is classed by Overseas Marine Certification Services. The vessel has been observed in the Java Sea, East Asia, and South East Asia over recent periods. It has previously operated under two different names and two different flag states. Over the last 36 months it has had 21 port state control (PSC) inspections and 3 detentions. The most recent inspection was on 29 May 2026.
- Type: General Cargo Ship
- Flag: Palau (Republic of)
- Year built: 2009
- MMSI: 511101063
- Call sign: T8A4303
- Gross tonnage: 5727
- Deadweight: 9500 t
- Length overall: 123 m
- Beam: 18 m
- Port State Control (PSC) inspections: 24 since 2023
- PSC detentions in the last 36 months: 3
- Last PSC detention: 10/03/2026, Ulsan (Tokyo MoU)
- Last PSC inspection: 29/05/2026
- Registered owner · Ship manager: HONGKONG CHANGXING SHPG LTD (China)
- Last AIS position: 37°26.3′N · 119°23.8′E · Speed 7.3 kn · under way · received 9 October 2026 at 13:06 UTC
- Destination: Yeosu (KR YOS) · ETA 12 October 2026 at 13:18 UTC (as broadcast by the vessel)
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Frequently asked questions
What is the vessel type and age of CHANG DA 168?
CHANG DA 168 is a General Cargo Ship. It was built in 2009 and is currently in its 17th year of service.
What are the dimensions of CHANG DA 168?
The vessel has a length overall of 123 metres and a beam of 18 metres. It carries a deadweight tonnage of 9,500 metric tonnes.
Which flag does the vessel currently fly?
The vessel flies the Palau (Republic of) flag. This flag is currently listed in the black band for both Paris and Tokyo MoU assignments.
How many PSC inspections has the vessel undergone?
Over the last 36 months it has had 21 port state control (PSC) inspections and 3 detentions, with 100 deficiencies recorded. The most recent inspection was on 29 May 2026. All-time records show 24 inspections since 2023 and 3 detentions. The most recent detention was on 10 March 2026.
What is the classification status of CHANG DA 168?
The vessel is classed by Overseas Marine Certification Services. Its current classification status is listed as Delivered.
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