YUAN ZHENG (IMO 8844555)
YUAN ZHENG is a General Cargo Ship built in 1990 and flying the Sierra Leone flag, placing it in its 36th year of service. The vessel reports a deadweight tonnage of 3,250 metric tonnes, a gross tonnage of 1,845, and a length overall of 89 metres. This size and type suggest its use in regional cargo transport and short-sea shipping operations. YUAN ZHENG is classed by the Union Bureau of Shipping. The vessel has been observed in the East Asia region. It has previously operated under three different flag states and has been registered under two former names. Over the last 36 months it has had 67 port state control (PSC) inspections and 3 detentions. The most recent inspection was on 25 May 2026.
- Type: General Cargo Ship
- Flag: Sierra leone
- Year built: 1990
- MMSI: 667001743
- Call sign: 9LU2546
- Gross tonnage: 1845
- Deadweight: 3250 t
- Length overall: 89 m
- Beam: 13 m
- Port State Control (PSC) inspections: 174 since 2007
- PSC detentions in the last 36 months: 3
- Last PSC detention: 01/12/2025, Yantai (Tokyo MoU)
- Last PSC inspection: 25/05/2026
- Registered owner · Ship manager · ISM manager: YUAN ZHENG HK SHIPPING CO LTD (China)
- Last AIS position: 33°38.7′N · 136°19.3′E · Speed 7.0 kn · under way · received 10 October 2026 at 15:10 UTC
- Destination: Gunsan (KR KUV) · ETA 15 October 2026 at 07:00 UTC (as broadcast by the vessel)
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Frequently asked questions
What is the vessel type and age of YUAN ZHENG?
YUAN ZHENG is a General Cargo Ship built in 1990. It is currently in its 36th year of service.
What are the dimensions of YUAN ZHENG?
The vessel has a length overall of 89 metres and a beam of 13 metres. It carries a deadweight tonnage of 3,250 metric tonnes.
Which classification society manages YUAN ZHENG?
The vessel is classed by the Union Bureau of Shipping. Its current classification status is listed as Delivered.
What is the PSC inspection history for this vessel?
Over the last 36 months it has had 67 port state control (PSC) inspections and 3 detentions, with 237 deficiencies recorded. The most recent inspection was on 25 May 2026. All-time records show 174 inspections since 2007 and 10 detentions. The most recent detention was on 1 December 2025.
What flag does YUAN ZHENG fly?
The vessel currently flies the Sierra Leone flag. It has operated under three different flag states throughout its history.
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