DA FU (IMO 9153898)
DA FU is a General Cargo Ship built in 1998 and flying the Panama flag, placing it in its 28th year of service. The vessel reports a deadweight tonnage of 16,957 metric tonnes and a gross tonnage of 14,021. At this size, the vessel is configured for general cargo operations. DA FU is classed by Lloyd's Register, which is an IACS member. The vessel has been observed in the Java Sea, East Asia, and South East Asia. It has previously operated under one former name and one former flag. Over the last 36 months it has had 6 port state control (PSC) inspections and no detentions. The most recent inspection was on 7 May 2026.
- Type: General Cargo Ship
- Flag: Panama
- Year built: 1998
- MMSI: 354797000
- Call sign: 3FUL8
- Gross tonnage: 14021
- Deadweight: 16957 t
- Port State Control (PSC) inspections: 90 since 1999
- PSC detentions in the last 36 months: 0
- Last PSC inspection: 07/05/2026
- Registered owner: COSCO SHIPPING SPECIALIZED-SNG
- Ship manager · ISM manager: COSCO SHIPPING SPECIALIZED-CHR (China)
- Last AIS position: 29°52.6′S · 031°0.4′E · Speed 0.0 kn · moored · received 11 October 2026 at 15:24 UTC
- Destination: Richards Bay (ZA RCB) · ETA 12 October 2026 at 10:00 UTC (as broadcast by the vessel)
Frequently asked questions
What is the vessel type and age of DA FU?
DA FU is a General Cargo Ship. It was built in 1998 and is currently in its 28th year of service.
What are the capacity specifications for DA FU?
The vessel has a deadweight tonnage of 16,957 metric tonnes. Its gross tonnage is recorded at 14,021.
Which classification society manages DA FU?
The vessel is classed by Lloyd's Register. This society is a recognized member of the International Association of Classification Societies (IACS).
Where has DA FU been recently observed?
The vessel has been active in the Java Sea and throughout East Asia. It has also been observed operating in South East Asia.
How many PSC inspections has the vessel undergone?
Over the last 36 months it has had 6 port state control (PSC) inspections and no detentions, with no deficiencies recorded. The most recent inspection was on 7 May 2026. All-time records show 90 inspections since 1999 and no detentions.
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