TAE CHONG SAN (IMO 9021576)
TAE CHONG SAN is a General Cargo Ship built in 1991 and flying the USCG not targeted flag, placing it in its 35th year of service. The vessel reports a deadweight tonnage of 7,136 metric tonnes and a gross tonnage of 4,333. This size and type suggest its utility in regional cargo transport and general logistics. TAE CHONG SAN is classed by the Korea Classification Society. The vessel has been observed in the East Asia region. It has a history of 9 former names and has operated under 4 different flag states. No port state control (PSC) inspections were recorded in the last 36 months; 55 inspections are on file since 2000, the most recent on 14 April 2017.
- Type: General Cargo Ship
- Flag: Korea Democratic Republic
- Year built: 1991
- MMSI: 445544000
- Call sign: HMZC3
- Gross tonnage: 4333
- Deadweight: 7136 t
- Port State Control (PSC) inspections: 55 since 2000
- PSC detentions in the last 36 months: 0
- Last PSC detention: 02/11/2016, Tangshan (Tokyo MoU)
- Last PSC inspection: 14/04/2017
- Registered owner: TAEAN SHIPPING CO (North Korea)
- Ship manager · ISM manager: RYUSONG SHIPPING CO LTD (North Korea)
- Last AIS position: 38°4.7′N · 123°34.6′E · Speed 0.4 kn · under way under sail · received 22 January 2025 at 19:11 UTC
- Destination: Nampo (KP NAM) · ETA 23 January 2025 at 06:01 UTC (as broadcast by the vessel)
Frequently asked questions
What is the vessel type and age of TAE CHONG SAN?
TAE CHONG SAN is a General Cargo Ship. It was built in 1991 and is currently in its 35th year of service.
What are the capacity specifications for TAE CHONG SAN?
The vessel has a deadweight tonnage of 7,136 metric tonnes. Its gross tonnage is recorded at 4,333.
Which classification society manages TAE CHONG SAN?
The vessel is classed by the Korea Classification Society. Its current classification status is listed as Delivered.
Where has TAE CHONG SAN been recently observed?
The vessel has been observed in the East Asia region. This area is the primary geographic location noted in its recent movement data.
How many PSC inspections has the vessel undergone?
No port state control (PSC) inspections were recorded in the last 36 months; 55 inspections are on file since 2000, the most recent on 14 April 2017.
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