FIRST FERRY IX (IMO 9021772)
FIRST FERRY IX is a Passenger Ship built in 2003 and flying the Hong Kong, China flag, placing it in its 23rd year of service. The vessel reports a gross tonnage of 212 metric tonnes. Given its small displacement, it is configured for short-sea passenger transport operations. The vessel is currently classed by an unspecified society that is not a member of the International Association of Classification Societies. It has been observed operating in the East Asia region. The vessel has a history of one former name and one former flag. No port state control (PSC) inspection records are on file for this vessel.
- Type: Passenger Ship
- Flag: Hong Kong, China
- Year built: 2003
- MMSI: 477995031
- Call sign: VRS4328
- Gross tonnage: 212
- Deadweight: 0 t
- Registered owner: SHUN TAK-CHINA TRAVEL MACAU (China)
- Ship manager: HONG KONG FERRY HOLDINGS CO (China)
- Last AIS position: 22°19.1′N · 114°11.7′E · Speed 0.1 kn · under way · received 14 October 2026 at 14:00 UTC
- Destination: Hong Kong (HK HKG)
Frequently asked questions
What is the vessel type of FIRST FERRY IX?
FIRST FERRY IX is a Passenger Ship. It was built in 2003 and is currently in its 23rd year of service.
What is the gross tonnage of FIRST FERRY IX?
The vessel reports a gross tonnage of 212 metric tonnes. There is no deadweight tonnage recorded for this specific unit.
Where has FIRST FERRY IX been operating recently?
The vessel has been observed in the East Asia region. This is the primary geographic area noted in recent tracking data.
How many inspections has the vessel undergone?
No port state control (PSC) inspection records are on file for this vessel.
What is the flag status of FIRST FERRY IX?
The vessel currently flies the Hong Kong, China flag. It is categorized in the white band for both the Paris and Tokyo MoUs.
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