LONG HU (IMO 9147423)
LONG HU is a Bulk Carrier built in 1998 and flying the Vanuatu flag, placing it in its 28th year of service. The vessel reports a deadweight tonnage of 73,937 metric tonnes and a gross tonnage of 38,480. This size profile is typical for regional bulk commodity transport.
LONG HU is classed by Nippon Kaiji Kyokai, which is an IACS member. The vessel has been observed in East Asia, South East Asia, and the Singapore Strait. It has previously operated under two different names and two different flag states. Over the last 36 months it has had 8 port state control (PSC) inspections and no detentions. The most recent inspection was on 15 February 2026.
- Type: Bulk Carrier
- Flag: Vanuatu
- Year built: 1998
- MMSI: 577296000
- Call sign: YJRH7
- Gross tonnage: 38480
- Deadweight: 73937 t
- Length overall: 225 m
- Beam: 32 m
- Port State Control (PSC) inspections: 73 since 2000
- PSC detentions in the last 36 months: 0
- Last PSC detention: 03/04/2012, Houston, Texas (US Coast Guard)
- Last PSC inspection: 15/02/2026
- Registered owner · Ship manager: STARSHINE CHARTERING LTD (Marshall Islands)
- Last AIS position: 22°9.7′N · 114°6.6′E · Speed 11.9 kn
- Destination: Hong Kong (HK HKG) · ETA 2026-10-02T08:49:00.000Z
Frequently asked questions
What is the vessel type and age of LONG HU?
LONG HU is a Bulk Carrier built in 1998. It is currently in its 28th year of service.
What are the capacity specifications for LONG HU?
The vessel has a deadweight tonnage of 73,937 metric tonnes. Its gross tonnage is recorded at 38,480.
Which classification society manages LONG HU?
The vessel is classed by Nippon Kaiji Kyokai. This society is a member of the International Association of Classification Societies (IACS).
Where has LONG HU been recently operating?
The vessel has been observed in East Asia, South East Asia, and the Singapore Strait. These regions represent its most recent geographic activity.
What is the PSC inspection history for LONG HU?
Over the last 36 months it has had 8 port state control (PSC) inspections and no detentions, with 18 deficiencies recorded. The most recent inspection was on 15 February 2026. All-time records show 73 inspections since 2000 and 2 detentions. The most recent detention was on 3 April 2012.
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