BRIGHT CENTURY (IMO 9138977)
BRIGHT CENTURY is a Bulk Carrier built in 1997 and flying the Hong Kong, China flag, placing it in its 29th year of service. The vessel reports a deadweight tonnage of 178,739 metric tonnes and a gross tonnage of 90,267. This capacity is consistent with large-scale bulk commodity transport. Nippon Kaiji Kyokai is the classification society for the vessel, though its current status is listed as Withdrawn. The vessel has previously operated under one former name and one former flag state. No port state control (PSC) inspections were recorded in the last 36 months; 22 inspections are on file since 1999, the most recent on 19 April 2010.
- Type: Bulk Carrier
- Flag: Hong Kong, China
- Year built: 1997
- Call sign: VRVK9
- Gross tonnage: 90267
- Deadweight: 178739 t
- Port State Control (PSC) inspections: 22 since 1999
- PSC detentions in the last 36 months: 0
- Last PSC inspection: 19/04/2010
- Ship manager · ISM manager: BERNHARD SCHULTE-HKG LP (China)
Frequently asked questions
What is the vessel type and age of BRIGHT CENTURY?
BRIGHT CENTURY is a Bulk Carrier. It was built in 1997 and is currently in its 29th year of service.
What are the capacity specifications for BRIGHT CENTURY?
The vessel has a deadweight tonnage of 178,739 metric tonnes. Its gross tonnage is recorded at 90,267.
Which classification society is associated with this vessel?
The vessel is associated with Nippon Kaiji Kyokai. Its current classification status is listed as Withdrawn.
How many inspections has the vessel undergone recently?
No port state control (PSC) inspections were recorded in the last 36 months; 22 inspections are on file since 1999, the most recent on 19 April 2010.
What is the flag state of BRIGHT CENTURY?
The vessel currently flies the flag of Hong Kong, China. It has operated under one previous flag state during its history.
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