TB TAIYUAN (IMO 9157648)
TB TAIYUAN is a Container Ship built in 1997 and flying the Panama flag, placing it in its 29th year of service. The vessel reports a deadweight tonnage of 49,225 metric tonnes, a gross tonnage of 40,268, and a length overall of 259 metres. This vessel is configured for containerized cargo transport operations. TB TAIYUAN is classed by Intermaritime Certification Services, S.A. The vessel has been observed in East Asia, South East Asia, and the Malacca Strait, Singapore Strait, and South China Sea. It has operated under five former flags and has been known by three former names. Over the last 36 months it has had 8 port state control (PSC) inspections and no detentions. The most recent inspection was on 18 April 2026.
- Type: Container Ship
- Flag: Vanuatu
- Year built: 1997
- MMSI: 577748000
- Call sign: YJSC8
- Gross tonnage: 40268
- Deadweight: 49225 t
- Length overall: 259 m
- Beam: 32 m
- Port State Control (PSC) inspections: 44 since 1998
- PSC detentions in the last 36 months: 0
- Last PSC inspection: 18/04/2026
- Registered owner · Ship manager: BAORONG HK SHIPPING CO LTD (China)
- ISM manager: SAFE SHIPS LTD (China)
- Last AIS position: 27°24.7′N · 121°30.4′E · Speed 12.4 kn · under way · received 17 October 2026 at 00:22 UTC
- Destination: To be nominated
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Frequently asked questions
What is the vessel type and age of TB TAIYUAN?
TB TAIYUAN is a container ship built in 1997. It is currently in its 29th year of service.
What are the dimensions of TB TAIYUAN?
The vessel has a length overall of 259 metres and a beam of 32 metres. It carries a deadweight tonnage of 49,225 metric tonnes.
Which classification society manages TB TAIYUAN?
The vessel is classed by Intermaritime Certification Services, S.A. Its current classification status is listed as Delivered.
What is the PSC inspection history for this vessel?
Over the last 36 months it has had 8 port state control (PSC) inspections and no detentions; the deficiency count is reported for 6 of them. The most recent inspection was on 18 April 2026. All-time records show 44 inspections since 1998 and no detentions.
Where has TB TAIYUAN been recently observed?
The vessel has been active in East Asia and South East Asia. It has also been recorded in the Malacca Strait, Singapore Strait, and South China Sea.
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