CHANG SONG 8 (IMO 9061227)
CHANG SONG 8 is a General Cargo Ship built in 1994 and flying the Korea Democratic Republic flag, placing it in its 32nd year of service. The vessel reports a deadweight tonnage of 5,133 metric tonnes and a gross tonnage of 4,061. This vessel is configured for general cargo operations within its specific size class. CHANG SONG 8 is classed by Korea Classification Society. The vessel has been observed in the East Asia region. It has a history of operating under 5 different flags and has been known by 4 former names. No port state control (PSC) inspections were recorded in the last 36 months; 40 inspections are on file since 2000, the most recent on 29 November 2016.
- Type: General Cargo Ship
- Flag: Korea Democratic Republic
- Year built: 1994
- MMSI: 445013000
- Call sign: HMSK
- Gross tonnage: 4061
- Deadweight: 5133 t
- Port State Control (PSC) inspections: 40 since 2000
- PSC detentions in the last 36 months: 0
- Last PSC detention: 22/02/2016, Rizhao (Tokyo MoU)
- Last PSC inspection: 29/11/2016
- Registered owner: DALIAN LONGGANG SHIPPING CO (China)
- Ship manager · ISM manager: KOREA WASAN SHIPPING (North Korea)
- Last AIS position: 38°42.0′N · 125°5.3′E · Speed 0.3 kn · received 18 October 2025 at 19:34 UTC
- Destination: Longkou Pt (CN LKU)
Frequently asked questions
What is the vessel type and age of CHANG SONG 8?
CHANG SONG 8 is a General Cargo Ship. It was built in 1994 and is currently in its 32nd year of service.
What are the tonnage specifications for CHANG SONG 8?
The vessel has a deadweight tonnage of 5,133 metric tonnes. Its gross tonnage is recorded at 4,061.
Which classification society manages CHANG SONG 8?
The vessel is classed by the Korea Classification Society. Its current classification status is listed as Delivered.
Where has CHANG SONG 8 been operating recently?
The vessel has been observed in the East Asia region. This area represents its most recent recorded geographic activity.
How many port-state inspections has the vessel undergone?
No port state control (PSC) inspections were recorded in the last 36 months; 40 inspections are on file since 2000, the most recent on 29 November 2016.
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