KUK BONG (IMO 9092991)
KUK BONG is a General Cargo Ship built in 1984 and flying the Korea Democratic Republic flag, placing it in its 42nd year of service. The vessel reports a deadweight tonnage of 5,200 metric tonnes and a gross tonnage of 2,683. This size and type suggest its use in regional cargo transport operations. KUK BONG is classed by the Korea Classification Society. The vessel has been observed operating in the East Asia region. It has previously sailed under three different names and operated under two earlier flag states. No port state control (PSC) inspections were recorded in the last 36 months; 21 inspections are on file since 2007, the most recent on 10 November 2017.
- Type: General Cargo Ship
- Flag: Korea Democratic Republic
- Year built: 1984
- Call sign: HMYV3
- Gross tonnage: 2683
- Deadweight: 5200 t
- Port State Control (PSC) inspections: 21 since 2007
- PSC detentions in the last 36 months: 0
- Last PSC detention: 14/04/2015, Weihai (Tokyo MoU)
- Last PSC inspection: 10/11/2017
- Registered owner · Ship manager · ISM manager: KOREA KONBONG SHIPPING CO (North Korea)
Frequently asked questions
What type of vessel is KUK BONG?
KUK BONG is a General Cargo Ship. It was built in 1984 and is currently in its 42nd year of service.
What is the capacity of KUK BONG?
The vessel has a deadweight tonnage of 5,200 metric tonnes. Its gross tonnage is recorded at 2,683.
Which classification society manages KUK BONG?
The vessel is classed by the Korea Classification Society. Its current classification status is listed as Delivered.
Where has KUK BONG been operating recently?
The vessel has been observed in the East Asia region. This area represents its most recent recorded geographic activity.
How many PSC inspections has the vessel undergone?
No port state control (PSC) inspections were recorded in the last 36 months; 21 inspections are on file since 2007, the most recent on 10 November 2017.
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