FIRST FERRY III (IMO 8960945)
FIRST FERRY III is a Passenger Ship built in 2000 and flying the Hong Kong, China flag, placing it in its 26th year of service. The vessel reports a deadweight tonnage of 35 metric tonnes and a gross tonnage of 422. Given its small displacement and passenger ship designation, it is configured for short-sea or local ferry operations. The vessel is classed by Other and is not an IACS member. It has previously operated under one former flag and has been registered under two former names. No port state control (PSC) inspection records are on file for this vessel.
- Type: Passenger Ship
- Flag: Hong Kong, China
- Year built: 2000
- MMSI: 477995026
- Call sign: VRS4289
- Gross tonnage: 422
- Deadweight: 35 t
- Registered owner: SHUN TAK-CHINA TRAVEL MACAU (China)
- Ship manager: HONG KONG FERRY HOLDINGS CO (China)
- Last AIS position: 22°17.5′N · 114°9.0′E · Speed 16.8 kn · under way · received 18 September 2026 at 11:20 UTC
Frequently asked questions
What is the vessel type of FIRST FERRY III?
FIRST FERRY III is a Passenger Ship. It was built in 2000 and is currently in its 26th year of service.
What are the tonnage specifications for FIRST FERRY III?
The vessel has a gross tonnage of 422. It also reports a deadweight tonnage of 35 metric tonnes.
What flag does the vessel currently fly?
The vessel flies the flag of Hong Kong, China. Its history shows it has operated under 1 former flag state.
How many inspections has the vessel undergone?
No port state control (PSC) inspection records are on file for this vessel.
How many former names has the vessel had?
The vessel has been registered under 2 former names. It has also undergone 3 ownership changes during its service life.
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