KUM RYONG 3 (IMO 8610461)
KUM RYONG 3 is an Oil Products Tanker built in 1986 and flying the Korea Democratic Republic flag, placing it in its 40th year of service. The vessel reports a deadweight tonnage of 1,998 metric tonnes and a gross tonnage of 999. Given its capacity and type, it is configured for specialized oil product transport. KUM RYONG 3 is classed by Korea Classification Society. The vessel has been observed in the East Asia region. It has a history of operating under four different flag states and has been registered under six former names. No port state control (PSC) inspections were recorded in the last 36 months; 67 inspections are on file since 2001, the most recent on 5 April 2017.
- Type: Oil Products Tanker
- Flag: Korea Democratic Republic
- Year built: 1986
- MMSI: 445591000
- Call sign: HMEL
- Gross tonnage: 999
- Deadweight: 1998 t
- Port State Control (PSC) inspections: 67 since 2001
- PSC detentions in the last 36 months: 0
- Last PSC detention: 07/04/2011, Vostochny (Tokyo MoU)
- Last PSC inspection: 05/04/2017
- Registered owner · Ship manager · ISM manager: KOREA JS SHIPPING CO (North Korea)
- Last AIS position: 30°7.3′N · 122°37.5′E · Speed 1.6 kn · under way · received 18 September 2026 at 12:47 UTC
- Destination: Nampo (KP NAM) · ETA 21 September 2026 at 05:29 UTC (as broadcast by the vessel)
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Frequently asked questions
What is the vessel type and age of KUM RYONG 3?
KUM RYONG 3 is an Oil Products Tanker. It was built in 1986 and is currently in its 40th year of service.
What are the tonnage specifications for KUM RYONG 3?
The vessel has a deadweight tonnage of 1,998 metric tonnes. Its gross tonnage is recorded at 999.
Which classification society manages KUM RYONG 3?
The vessel is classed by the Korea Classification Society. Its current classification status is listed as Delivered.
Where has KUM RYONG 3 been operating recently?
The vessel has been observed in the East Asia region. This area represents its primary recent geographic area of operation.
How many inspections has the vessel undergone?
No port state control (PSC) inspections were recorded in the last 36 months; 67 inspections are on file since 2001, the most recent on 5 April 2017.
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