ROYAL BULKER (IMO 9146558)
ROYAL BULKER is a Bulk Carrier built in 1997 and flying the Panama flag, placing it in its 29th year of service. The vessel reports a deadweight tonnage of 45,426 metric tonnes and a gross tonnage of 26,044. This size and type of vessel is typically utilized for regional dry bulk commodities transport. ROYAL BULKER is classed by Overseas Marine Certification Services. The vessel has been observed in South Asia, East Asia, and South East Asia over recent periods. It has previously operated under four different flag states and has been registered under three former names. Over the last 36 months it has had 9 port state control (PSC) inspections and 1 detention. The most recent inspection was on 16 March 2026.
- Type: Bulk Carrier
- Flag: Panama
- Year built: 1997
- MMSI: 372136000
- Call sign: 3FTQ3
- Gross tonnage: 26044
- Deadweight: 45426 t
- Port State Control (PSC) inspections: 90 since 1998
- PSC detentions in the last 36 months: 1
- Last PSC detention: 04/08/2025, Qinzhou (Tokyo MoU)
- Last PSC inspection: 16/03/2026
- Registered owner · Ship manager: ROYAL BULKER SHIPPING CO (Turkey)
- Last AIS position: 26°29.7′N · 050°12.4′E · under way · received 9 October 2026 at 06:12 UTC
- Destination: QINZHOU_
Frequently asked questions
What is the vessel type and age of ROYAL BULKER?
ROYAL BULKER is a Bulk Carrier built in 1997. It is currently in its 29th year of service.
What are the capacity specifications for ROYAL BULKER?
The vessel has a deadweight tonnage of 45,426 metric tonnes. Its gross tonnage is recorded at 26,044.
Which flag does the vessel currently fly?
The vessel currently flies the Panama flag. Throughout its history, it has operated under four different flag states.
What is the port-state control history for this vessel?
Over the last 36 months it has had 9 port state control (PSC) inspections and 1 detention; the deficiency count is reported for 7 of them. The most recent inspection was on 16 March 2026. All-time records show 90 inspections since 1998 and 6 detentions. The most recent detention was on 4 August 2025.
Where has ROYAL BULKER been recently observed?
The vessel has been active in South Asia and South East Asia. It has also been recorded in the East Asia region.
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