J CHEN (IMO 9125889)
J CHEN is a General Cargo Ship built in 1996 and flying the Hong Kong, China flag, placing it in its 30th year of service. The vessel reports a deadweight tonnage of 7,713 metric tonnes and a gross tonnage of 5,799. This size and type suggest its utility in regional cargo transport and short-sea shipping operations. J CHEN is classed by Nippon Kaiji Kyokai, which is an IACS member. The vessel has been observed in South Asia, East Asia, South East Asia, and the Singapore Strait. It has previously operated under two different flag states and has been known by three former names. Over the last 36 months it has had 6 port state control (PSC) inspections and no detentions. The most recent inspection was on 18 December 2025.
- Type: General Cargo Ship
- Flag: Hong Kong, China
- Year built: 1996
- MMSI: 477765600
- Call sign: VRKF4
- Gross tonnage: 5799
- Deadweight: 7713 t
- Length overall: 107 m
- Beam: 19 m
- Port State Control (PSC) inspections: 95 since 1998
- PSC detentions in the last 36 months: 0
- Last PSC inspection: 18/12/2025
- Registered owner · Ship manager: J CHEN SHIPPING HK CO LTD (China)
- ISM manager: HANSSY SHIPPING PTE LTD
- Last AIS position: 22°14.4′N · 091°45.5′E · received 21 August 2026 at 10:12 UTC
- Destination: Chattogram (BD CGP)
Frequently asked questions
What is the vessel type and age of J CHEN?
J CHEN is a General Cargo Ship built in 1996. It is currently in its 30th year of service.
What are the capacity specifications for J CHEN?
The vessel has a deadweight tonnage of 7,713 metric tonnes. Its gross tonnage is recorded at 5,799.
Which classification society manages J CHEN?
The vessel is classed by Nippon Kaiji Kyokai. This society is a recognized member of the International Association of Classification Societies (IACS).
Where has J CHEN been recently operating?
The vessel has been observed in the Singapore Strait and throughout South Asia. It has also been recorded in East Asia and South East Asia.
What is the port-state control record for J CHEN?
Over the last 36 months it has had 6 port state control (PSC) inspections and no detentions, with 13 deficiencies recorded. The most recent inspection was on 18 December 2025. All-time records show 95 inspections since 1998 and no detentions.
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