KS CHALLENGER (IMO 8322923)
KS CHALLENGER is a Bulk Carrier built in 1985 and flying the Panama flag, placing it in its 41st year of service. The vessel reports a deadweight tonnage of 41,635 metric tonnes and a gross tonnage of 27,039. This vessel is configured for bulk cargo operations within various global trade routes. KS CHALLENGER is classed by China Classification Society. The vessel has been observed in the Mediterranean Sea, West Europe, and the North America East Coast. It has previously operated under four different names and three different flag states. No port state control (PSC) inspections were recorded in the last 36 months; 34 inspections are on file since 1998, the most recent on 14 December 2011.
- Type: Bulk Carrier
- Flag: Panama
- Year built: 1985
- Call sign: 3FIH3
- Gross tonnage: 27039
- Deadweight: 41635 t
- Port State Control (PSC) inspections: 34 since 1998
- PSC detentions in the last 36 months: 0
- Last PSC detention: 24/03/2004, Rotterdam (Paris MoU)
- Last PSC inspection: 14/12/2011
- Registered owner: FRONTIER SHIPPING INC (Belize)
- Ship manager · ISM manager: KS MARITIME PTE LTD
Frequently asked questions
What is the vessel type and age of KS CHALLENGER?
KS CHALLENGER is a Bulk Carrier. It was built in 1985 and is currently in its 41st year of service.
What are the capacity specifications for KS CHALLENGER?
The vessel has a deadweight tonnage of 41,635 metric tonnes. Its gross tonnage is recorded at 27,039.
Which classification society is associated with this vessel?
The vessel is associated with the China Classification Society. Its current classification status is listed as Withdrawn.
Where has KS CHALLENGER been recently observed?
The vessel has been observed in the Mediterranean Sea, West Europe, and the North America East Coast. These regions represent its most recent geographic activity.
How many port-state inspections has the vessel undergone?
No port state control (PSC) inspections were recorded in the last 36 months; 34 inspections are on file since 1998, the most recent on 14 December 2011.
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