GIANT STEP (IMO 8309282)
GIANT STEP is an Ore Carrier built in 1985 and flying the Panama flag, placing it in its 41st year of service. The vessel reports a deadweight tonnage of 197,060 metric tonnes and a gross tonnage of 98,587. Given its significant deadweight capacity, it is configured for large-scale bulk mineral transport. GIANT STEP is classed by Nippon Kaiji Kyokai, though its current class status is recorded as Withdrawn. The vessel has previously operated under one former name and one former flag state. No port state control (PSC) inspections were recorded in the last 36 months; 13 inspections are on file since 2000, the most recent on 4 April 2006.
- Type: Ore Carrier
- Flag: Panama
- Year built: 1985
- Call sign: 3FQF5
- Gross tonnage: 98587
- Deadweight: 197060 t
- Port State Control (PSC) inspections: 13 since 2000
- PSC detentions in the last 36 months: 0
- Last PSC detention: 27/03/2002, Port Hedland (Indian Ocean MoU / Tokyo MoU)
- Last PSC inspection: 04/04/2006
- Registered owner: FIR SHIPPING SA (Japan)
- Ship manager · ISM manager: MOL SHIP MANAGEMENT HONG KONG (China)
Frequently asked questions
What is the vessel type and age of GIANT STEP?
GIANT STEP is an Ore Carrier built in 1985. It is currently in its 41st year of service.
What are the capacity specifications for GIANT STEP?
The vessel has a deadweight tonnage of 197,060 metric tonnes. Its gross tonnage is recorded at 98,587.
Which classification society is associated with this vessel?
The vessel is classed by Nippon Kaiji Kyokai. Its current classification status is listed as Withdrawn.
What is the port-state control history for GIANT STEP?
No port state control (PSC) inspections were recorded in the last 36 months; 13 inspections are on file since 2000, the most recent on 4 April 2006.
What flag does the vessel currently fly?
GIANT STEP currently flies the Panama flag. It has previously operated under one different flag state during its career.
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