YANG (IMO 9115004)

YANG is a Handymax bulk carrier built in 1995 and flying the flag of St Kitts and Nevis; it is in its 31st year of service. The vessel has a deadweight of 45,700 tonnes and a gross tonnage of 25,997. Bulk carriers of this size are usually fitted with their own cranes and carry grain, fertilisers, minerals and steel products. YANG has been classed since November 2023 by the Capital Register of Shipping, which is not a member of the International Association of Classification Societies (IACS). Its last class renewal survey, carried out by Biro Klasifikasi Indonesia, was on 14 May 2020. The vessel has been observed most often in South Asia, the Singapore Strait, and East Asia (latest area report: May 2026). It has previously sailed under six other names and seven other flags. Over the last 36 months it has had 1 port state control (PSC) inspection and no detentions. The most recent inspection was on 9 October 2023.

Frequently asked questions

What type of vessel is YANG?

YANG is a Handymax bulk carrier built in 1995. It is in its 31st year of service. Bulk carriers of this size are usually fitted with their own cranes and carry grain, fertilisers, minerals and steel products.

What is the deadweight of YANG?

YANG has a deadweight of 45,700 tonnes. Its gross tonnage is 25,997.

What flag does YANG fly?

YANG flies the flag of St Kitts and Nevis. Earlier it sailed under seven other flags.

Who classes YANG?

YANG has been classed since November 2023 by the Capital Register of Shipping, which is not a member of the International Association of Classification Societies (IACS). Its last class renewal survey, carried out by Biro Klasifikasi Indonesia, was on 14 May 2020.

How many port state control inspections has YANG had?

Over the last 36 months it has had 1 port state control (PSC) inspection and no detentions, with no deficiencies recorded. The most recent inspection was on 9 October 2023. All-time records show 58 inspections since 1999 and 5 detentions. The most recent detention was on 1 August 2023.

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