HE TAI (IMO 9070137)
HE TAI is a Refrigerated Cargo Ship built in 1993 and flying the Panama flag, placing it in its 33rd year of service. The vessel reports a deadweight tonnage of 10,532 metric tonnes and a gross tonnage of 10,374. This vessel is configured for temperature-controlled cargo transport. HE TAI is classed by the American Bureau of Shipping, which is an IACS member. The vessel has been observed in East Asia and along the South America West Coast. It has previously operated under six different flags and has been known by three former names. Over the last 36 months it has had 1 port state control (PSC) inspection and 1 detention. The most recent inspection was on 28 May 2026.
- Type: Refrigerated Cargo Ship
- Flag: Panama
- Year built: 1993
- MMSI: 356399000
- Call sign: H9JS
- Gross tonnage: 10374
- Deadweight: 10532 t
- Port State Control (PSC) inspections: 63 since 1998
- PSC detentions in the last 36 months: 1
- Last PSC detention: 28/05/2026, Zhoushan (Tokyo MoU)
- Last PSC inspection: 28/05/2026
- Registered owner: HE TAI SHIPPING LTD (China)
- Ship manager · ISM manager: WEI FONG SHIPPING CO LTD (China)
- Last AIS position: 12°29.9′S · 086°31.7′W · Speed 8.4 kn · received 21 August 2026 at 13:49 UTC
- Destination: To be nominated
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Frequently asked questions
What is the vessel type of HE TAI?
HE TAI is a Refrigerated Cargo Ship. It was built in 1993 and is currently in its 33rd year of service.
What are the tonnage specifications for HE TAI?
The vessel has a deadweight tonnage of 10,532 metric tonnes. Its gross tonnage is recorded at 10,374.
Which classification society manages HE TAI?
The vessel is classed by the American Bureau of Shipping. This society is a recognized member of the International Association of Classification Societies (IACS).
Where has HE TAI been recently operating?
The vessel has been observed in East Asia and along the South America West Coast. These regions represent its most recent recorded geographic activity.
How many PSC inspections has the vessel undergone?
Over the last 36 months it has had 1 port state control (PSC) inspection and 1 detention, with 10 deficiencies recorded. The most recent inspection was on 28 May 2026. All-time records show 63 inspections since 1998 and 2 detentions. The most recent detention was on 28 May 2026.
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