BAO CHANG (IMO 7531280)
BAO CHANG is a Bulk Carrier built in 1977 and flying the Hong Kong, China flag, placing it in its 49th year of service. The vessel reports a deadweight tonnage of 38,923 metric tonnes and a gross tonnage of 23,604. This vessel is configured for bulk cargo operations. The vessel is not listed as an IACS member. No recent geographic observation areas were provided in the current data. It has previously operated under one former name and one former flag. No port state control (PSC) inspections were recorded in the last 36 months; 4 inspections are on file since 1997, the most recent on 12 April 2001.
- Type: Bulk Carrier
- Flag: Hong Kong, China
- Year built: 1977
- Call sign: VRWN3
- Gross tonnage: 23604
- Deadweight: 38923 t
- Port State Control (PSC) inspections: 4 since 1997
- PSC detentions in the last 36 months: 0
- Last PSC detention: 28/09/2000, Baie comeau (Paris MoU)
- Last PSC inspection: 12/04/2001
- Ship manager: OCEAN LONGEVITY SHIPPING (China)
Frequently asked questions
What is the vessel type and age of BAO CHANG?
BAO CHANG is a Bulk Carrier. It was built in 1977 and is currently in its 49th year of service.
What are the tonnage specifications for BAO CHANG?
The vessel has a deadweight tonnage of 38,923 metric tonnes. Its gross tonnage is recorded at 23,604.
Which flag does the vessel currently fly?
The vessel flies the flag of Hong Kong, China. It has previously operated under one different flag state during its history.
How many port-state inspections has the vessel undergone?
No port state control (PSC) inspections were recorded in the last 36 months; 4 inspections are on file since 1997, the most recent on 12 April 2001.
What is the MoU status of BAO CHANG?
The vessel is assigned to the white band for both the Paris MoU and the Tokyo MoU. It is currently not targeted by the USCG.
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