ZHEN HUA 29 (IMO 8700498)
ZHEN HUA 29 is a Heavy Load Carrier built in 1987 and flying the Hong Kong, China flag, placing it in its 39th year of service. The vessel reports a deadweight tonnage of 51,500 metric tonnes and a gross tonnage of 41,580. This capacity and type suggest its utility in transporting heavy or oversized cargo. ZHEN HUA 29 is classed by the American Bureau of Shipping, which is a member of the International Association of Classification Societies. The vessel has been observed in East Asia, Middle America and the Gulf of Mexico, and South East Asia. It has previously operated under two former names and two former flags. Over the last 36 months it has had 9 port state control (PSC) inspections and no detentions. The most recent inspection was on 14 April 2026.
- Type: Heavy Load Carrier
- Flag: Hong Kong, China
- Year built: 1987
- MMSI: 477622600
- Call sign: VRFE8
- Gross tonnage: 41580
- Deadweight: 51500 t
- Port State Control (PSC) inspections: 50 since 2000
- PSC detentions in the last 36 months: 0
- Last PSC inspection: 14/04/2026
- Registered owner: ZHEN HUA 29 SHIPPING - HKG (China)
- Ship manager · ISM manager: SHANGHAI ZHENHUA SHIPPING CO (China)
- Last AIS position: 33°38.3′S · 015°49.4′E · Speed 11.4 kn · under way · received 14 October 2026 at 22:18 UTC
- Destination: Shanghai (SHA) (CN SHA) · ETA 15 November 2026 at 08:00 UTC (as broadcast by the vessel)
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Frequently asked questions
What is the vessel type and age of ZHEN HUA 29?
ZHEN HUA 29 is a Heavy Load Carrier built in 1987. It is currently in its 39th year of service.
What are the tonnage specifications for ZHEN HUA 29?
The vessel has a deadweight tonnage of 51,500 metric tonnes. Its gross tonnage is recorded at 41,580.
Which classification society manages ZHEN HUA 29?
The vessel is classed by the American Bureau of Shipping. This society is a recognized member of the International Association of Classification Societies (IACS).
Where has ZHEN HUA 29 been operating recently?
The vessel has been observed in East Asia, South East Asia, and the Middle America and Gulf of Mexico regions. These areas represent its most recent geographic activity.
What is the port-state control record for ZHEN HUA 29?
Over the last 36 months it has had 9 port state control (PSC) inspections and no detentions, with 4 deficiencies recorded. The most recent inspection was on 14 April 2026. All-time records show 50 inspections since 2000 and no detentions.
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