GAO MING (IMO 9070553)
GAO MING is a Passenger Ship built in 1993 and flying the Hong Kong, China flag, placing it in its 33rd year of service. The vessel reports a deadweight tonnage of 39 metric tonnes and a gross tonnage of 524. Given its small displacement and passenger ship classification, it is likely utilized for short-sea or coastal passenger transport. GAO MING is classed by DNV, though its current classification status is recorded as Withdrawn. The vessel has been observed operating in the East Asia region. It has no recorded former names or previous flag changes. No port state control (PSC) inspection records are on file for this vessel.
- Type: Passenger Ship
- Flag: Hong Kong, China
- Year built: 1993
- MMSI: 477996374
- Call sign: VRS5626
- Gross tonnage: 524
- Deadweight: 39 t
- Length overall: 40 m
- Beam: 11 m
- Registered owner · Ship manager: FORTUNE FERRY CO LTD (China)
- Last AIS position: 22°14.2′N · 113°58.3′E · received 18 January 2026 at 23:45 UTC
- Destination: Hong Kong (HK HKG) · ETA 1 October 2026 at 17:36 UTC (as broadcast by the vessel)
Frequently asked questions
What is the vessel type of GAO MING?
GAO MING is classified as a Passenger Ship. It was built in 1993 and is currently in its 33rd year of service.
What are the tonnage specifications for GAO MING?
The vessel has a gross tonnage of 524. It also reports a deadweight tonnage of 39 metric tonnes.
Which flag does GAO MING fly?
The vessel currently flies the Hong Kong, China flag. It is categorized within the white band for both the Paris and Tokyo MoUs.
What is the classification status of GAO MING?
The vessel is classed by DNV. Its current classification status is recorded as Withdrawn.
How many PSC inspections has GAO MING undergone?
No port state control (PSC) inspection records are on file for this vessel.
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