TIAN CHEN 8 (IMO 8519514)
TIAN CHEN 8 is a General Cargo Ship built in 1985 and flying the Philippines flag, placing it in its 41st year of service. The vessel reports a deadweight tonnage of 1,574 metric tonnes and a gross tonnage of 1,195. Given its specifications, it is configured for smaller-scale general cargo operations. TIAN CHEN 8 is classed by Universal Maritime Bureau, which is not an IACS member. The vessel has been observed operating within South East Asia and East Asia over recent periods. It has previously sailed under two different names and one earlier flag state. No port state control (PSC) inspections were recorded in the last 36 months; 86 inspections are on file since 2000, the most recent on 18 December 2015.
- Type: General Cargo Ship
- Flag: Philippines
- Year built: 1985
- Call sign: UNKNOWN
- Gross tonnage: 1195
- Deadweight: 1574 t
- Port State Control (PSC) inspections: 86 since 2000
- PSC detentions in the last 36 months: 0
- Last PSC detention: 27/08/2014, Tokyo (Tokyo MoU)
- Last PSC inspection: 18/12/2015
- Registered owner · Ship manager · ISM manager: TIAN CHEN INT'L SHIPPING
Frequently asked questions
What is the vessel type and age of TIAN CHEN 8?
TIAN CHEN 8 is a General Cargo Ship built in 1985. It is currently in its 41st year of service.
What are the capacity specifications for TIAN CHEN 8?
The vessel has a deadweight tonnage of 1,574 metric tonnes. Its gross tonnage is recorded at 1,195.
Which classification society manages TIAN CHEN 8?
The vessel is classed by Universal Maritime Bureau. Its current classification status is listed as Delivered.
Where has TIAN CHEN 8 been operating recently?
The vessel has been observed in South East Asia and East Asia. These regions represent its primary recent geographic areas of operation.
How many PSC inspections has the vessel undergone?
No port state control (PSC) inspections were recorded in the last 36 months; 86 inspections are on file since 2000, the most recent on 18 December 2015.
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