TAI HANG 3 (IMO 9128257)
TAI HANG 3 is a Bulk Carrier built in 1997 and flying the China Peoples's Republic flag, placing it in its 29th year of service. The vessel reports a deadweight tonnage of 73,049 metric tonnes and a gross tonnage of 38,520. This size and type suggest its utility in regional dry bulk commodity transport. TAI HANG 3 is classed by China Classification Society, which is an IACS member. The vessel has been observed in East Asia, South East Asia, and the broader East Asia/South East Asia region. It has previously operated under four different names and three different flags. Over the last 36 months it has had 4 port state control (PSC) inspections and no detentions. The most recent inspection was on 24 October 2025.
- Type: Bulk Carrier
- Flag: China Peoples's Republic
- Year built: 1997
- MMSI: 413271170
- Call sign: BTFH
- Gross tonnage: 38520
- Deadweight: 73049 t
- Port State Control (PSC) inspections: 31 since 1999
- PSC detentions in the last 36 months: 0
- Last PSC detention: 04/02/2010, Brindisi (Paris MoU)
- Last PSC inspection: 24/10/2025
- Registered owner · Ship manager · ISM manager: TAIHANG SHIPPING CO LTD (China)
- Last AIS position: 40°32.6′N · 173°59.3′E · Speed 3.7 kn · received 26 June 2026 at 22:26 UTC
- Destination: Qinhuangdao (CN QHD)
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Frequently asked questions
What is the vessel type and age of TAI HANG 3?
TAI HANG 3 is a Bulk Carrier built in 1997. It is currently in its 29th year of service.
What are the capacity specifications for TAI HANG 3?
The vessel has a deadweight tonnage of 73,049 metric tonnes. Its gross tonnage is recorded at 38,520.
Which classification society maintains TAI HANG 3?
The vessel is classed by China Classification Society. This society is a recognized member of the International Association of Classification Societies (IACS).
What is the port-state control history for this vessel?
Over the last 36 months it has had 4 port state control (PSC) inspections and no detentions. The most recent inspection was on 24 October 2025. All-time records show 31 inspections since 1999 and 1 detention. The most recent detention was on 4 February 2010.
Where has TAI HANG 3 been recently operating?
The vessel has been observed in East Asia and South East Asia. These regions represent its most recent recorded geographic areas of operation.
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