BEST TRADER (IMO 9156278)
BEST TRADER is a Bulk Carrier built in 1998 and flying the Panama flag, placing it in its 28th year of service. The vessel reports a deadweight tonnage of 73,018 metric tonnes and a gross tonnage of 38,289. At this capacity, it is configured for standard bulk commodity transport. BEST TRADER is classed by Registro Italiano Navale. The vessel has been observed in the Makassar Strait, the South China Sea, and throughout East and South East Asia. It has previously operated under three different names and three different flag states. Over the last 36 months it has had 10 port state control (PSC) inspections and no detentions. The most recent inspection was on 19 July 2026.
- Type: Bulk Carrier
- Flag: Panama
- Year built: 1998
- MMSI: 351802000
- Call sign: 3FCR9
- Gross tonnage: 38289
- Deadweight: 73018 t
- Length overall: 225 m
- Beam: 32.24 m
- Home port: PANAMA - 47171-PEXT
- Port State Control (PSC) inspections: 80 since 1998
- PSC detentions in the last 36 months: 0
- Last PSC inspection: 19/07/2026
- Registered owner: BEST TRADER INTERNATIONAL (China)
- Ship manager: SKAARUP MANAGEMENT HONG KONG (China)
- ISM manager: SKAARUP MANAGEMENT CO LTD (China)
- Last AIS position: 21°57.0′N · 113°12.5′E · Speed 0.1 kn · under way · received 18 October 2026 at 03:50 UTC
- Destination: Zhuhai (CN ZUH)
Frequently asked questions
What is the vessel type and age of BEST TRADER?
BEST TRADER is a Bulk Carrier built in 1998. It is currently in its 28th year of service.
What are the dimensions and capacity of BEST TRADER?
The vessel has a deadweight tonnage of 73,018 metric tonnes and a gross tonnage of 38,289. Its moulded beam is 32.24 metres.
Which classification society is associated with BEST TRADER?
The vessel is classed by Registro Italiano Navale. Its current classification status is listed as Withdrawn.
What is the engine power of BEST TRADER?
The vessel's main engine is rated at 8,673 kW. This power rating supports its operations as a bulk carrier.
How many PSC inspections has BEST TRADER undergone?
Over the last 36 months it has had 10 port state control (PSC) inspections and no detentions, with 10 deficiencies recorded. The most recent inspection was on 19 July 2026. All-time records show 80 inspections since 1998 and no detentions.
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