SHIMEI FORTUNE (IMO 9152480)
SHIMEI FORTUNE 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 24,065 metric tonnes and a gross tonnage of 14,785. Given its specifications, it is configured for smaller-scale bulk commodity transport.
SHIMEI FORTUNE is classed by Nippon Kaiji Kyokai, which is an IACS member. The vessel has been observed in the New Guinea Pacific, East Asia, and South East Asia regions. It has operated under one former name and one former flag. Over the last 36 months it has had 11 port state control (PSC) inspections and no detentions. The most recent inspection was on 9 July 2026.
- Type: Bulk Carrier
- Flag: Vanuatu
- Year built: 1997
- MMSI: 577729000
- Call sign: YJRW4
- Gross tonnage: 14785
- Deadweight: 24065 t
- Length overall: 154 m
- Beam: 26 m
- Port State Control (PSC) inspections: 116 since 1999
- PSC detentions in the last 36 months: 0
- Last PSC detention: 05/08/2009, Brisbane (Indian Ocean MoU / Tokyo MoU)
- Last PSC inspection: 09/07/2026
- Registered owner · Ship manager: SHIMEI SHIPPING CO LTD (Majuro MH Marshall Islands)
- ISM manager: WUHAN YIDONG SHIPPING MGMT (China)
- Last AIS position: 31°8.6′N · 123°5.0′E · Speed 0.1 kn
Frequently asked questions
What is the vessel type and age of SHIMEI FORTUNE?
SHIMEI FORTUNE is a Bulk Carrier built in 1997. It is currently in its 29th year of service.
What are the capacity specifications for SHIMEI FORTUNE?
The vessel has a deadweight tonnage of 24,065 metric tonnes. Its gross tonnage is recorded at 14,785.
Which classification society manages SHIMEI FORTUNE?
The vessel is classed by Nippon Kaiji Kyokai. This society is a recognized member of the International Association of Classification Societies (IACS).
Where has SHIMEI FORTUNE been recently operating?
The vessel has been observed in the New Guinea Pacific, East Asia, and South East Asia. These regions represent its most recent geographic activity.
What is the PSC inspection history for this vessel?
Over the last 36 months it has had 11 port state control (PSC) inspections and no detentions, with 20 deficiencies recorded. The most recent inspection was on 9 July 2026. All-time records show 116 inspections since 1999 and 1 detention. The most recent detention was on 5 August 2009.
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