TONG CHON (IMO 8829579)
TONG CHON is a General Cargo Ship built in 1985 and flying the Korea Democratic Republic flag, placing it in its 41st year of service. The vessel reports a deadweight tonnage of 9,760 metric tonnes and a gross tonnage of 6,099. This size and type suggest its use in regional general cargo transport operations. No port state control (PSC) inspections were recorded in the last 36 months; 9 inspections are on file since 2003, the most recent on 9 November 2016. It has previously operated under two different names and two different flag states throughout its service history. The vessel has undergone 7 recorded ownership changes since its construction.
- Type: General Cargo Ship
- Flag: Korea Democratic Republic
- Year built: 1985
- Call sign: P5CU
- Gross tonnage: 6099
- Deadweight: 9760 t
- Port State Control (PSC) inspections: 9 since 2003
- PSC detentions in the last 36 months: 0
- Last PSC detention: 18/06/2008, Bangkok (Tokyo MoU)
- Last PSC inspection: 09/11/2016
- Registered owner · Ship manager · ISM manager: SINPO FISHERY CO (North Korea)
- Registered owner · Ship manager: MAGNOLIA MGA SHIPPING CO LTD
Frequently asked questions
What is the vessel type and age of TONG CHON?
TONG CHON is a General Cargo Ship. It was built in 1985 and is currently in its 41st year of service.
What are the tonnage specifications for TONG CHON?
The vessel has a deadweight tonnage of 9,760 metric tonnes. Its gross tonnage is recorded at 6,099.
How many port-state inspections has the vessel undergone?
No port state control (PSC) inspections were recorded in the last 36 months; 9 inspections are on file since 2003, the most recent on 9 November 2016.
What is the flag state of TONG CHON?
The vessel currently flies the flag of the Korea Democratic Republic. It has operated under 2 different flags previously in its history.
How many times has the ownership of TONG CHON changed?
The vessel has undergone 7 recorded ownership changes. It has also been registered under 2 different names during its service life.
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