PACIFIC OPAL (IMO 9077410)
PACIFIC OPAL is an Ore Carrier built in 1995 and flying the Hong Kong, China flag, placing it in its 31st year of service. The vessel reports a deadweight tonnage of 278,157 metric tonnes and a gross tonnage of 156,280. Given its significant deadweight capacity, it is configured for large-scale bulk mineral transport. PACIFIC OPAL is classed by the Korean Register. The vessel has been observed in South Asia, South East Asia, and East Asia over recent periods. It has previously operated under one former name and one former flag. No port state control (PSC) inspections were recorded in the last 36 months; 18 inspections are on file since 2003, the most recent on 19 August 2019.
- Type: Ore Carrier
- Flag: Hong Kong, China
- Year built: 1995
- Call sign: VRIH9
- Gross tonnage: 156280
- Deadweight: 278157 t
- Port State Control (PSC) inspections: 18 since 2003
- PSC detentions in the last 36 months: 0
- Last PSC inspection: 19/08/2019
- Registered owner: HEROIC NORMA INC (China)
- Ship manager: CIDO SHIPPING HK CO LTD (China)
- ISM manager: CIDO SHIPPING KOREA CO LTD (South Korea)
Frequently asked questions
What is the vessel type and age of PACIFIC OPAL?
PACIFIC OPAL is an Ore Carrier built in 1995. It is currently in its 31st year of service.
What are the capacity specifications for PACIFIC OPAL?
The vessel has a deadweight tonnage of 278,157 metric tonnes. Its gross tonnage is recorded at 156,280.
Which classification society is associated with this vessel?
The vessel is classed by the Korean Register. Its current classification status is listed as Withdrawn.
Where has PACIFIC OPAL been recently observed?
The vessel has been observed in South Asia and South East Asia. It has also been recorded in the East Asia, South East Asia region.
What is the port-state control record for PACIFIC OPAL?
No port state control (PSC) inspections were recorded in the last 36 months; 18 inspections are on file since 2003, the most recent on 19 August 2019.
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