SOUTHERN BELLE (IMO 8805212)
SOUTHERN BELLE is a Wood Chips Carrier built in 1988 and flying the Hong Kong, China flag, placing it in its 38th year of service. The vessel reports a deadweight tonnage of 42,921 metric tonnes and a gross tonnage of 34,739. This vessel is configured for the specialized transport of wood chip cargo. SOUTHERN BELLE is classed by Nippon Kaiji Kyokai. The vessel has been observed in the East Asia region. It has previously operated under one former name and one former flag. No port state control (PSC) inspections were recorded in the last 36 months; 27 inspections are on file since 1999, the most recent on 4 December 2008.
- Type: Wood Chips Carrier
- Flag: Hong Kong, China
- Year built: 1988
- Call sign: VRVT7
- Gross tonnage: 34739
- Deadweight: 42921 t
- Port State Control (PSC) inspections: 27 since 1999
- PSC detentions in the last 36 months: 0
- Last PSC inspection: 04/12/2008
- Ship manager: FAIRMONT SHIPPING HK LTD (China)
Frequently asked questions
What is the vessel type of SOUTHERN BELLE?
SOUTHERN BELLE is a Wood Chips Carrier. It was built in 1988 and is currently in its 38th year of service.
What are the tonnage specifications for SOUTHERN BELLE?
The vessel has a deadweight tonnage of 42,921 metric tonnes. Its gross tonnage is recorded at 34,739.
Which flag does the vessel currently fly?
The vessel flies the flag of Hong Kong, China. It has previously operated under one different flag state during its history.
What is the classification status of SOUTHERN BELLE?
The vessel is classed by Nippon Kaiji Kyokai. The current class status for this vessel is listed as Withdrawn.
How many PSC inspections has the vessel undergone?
No port state control (PSC) inspections were recorded in the last 36 months; 27 inspections are on file since 1999, the most recent on 4 December 2008.
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