MING YANG (IMO 9161742)
MING YANG 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 72,824 metric tonnes and a gross tonnage of 38,878. This capacity is typical for medium-sized bulk carriers engaged in regional dry bulk transport. MING YANG is classed by Overseas Marine Certification Services, which is an IACS member. The vessel has been observed in the Makassar Strait, East Asia, and South East Asia. It has a history of operating under 8 different flags and has been known by 6 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 13 April 2026.
- Type: Bulk Carrier
- Flag: Panama
- Year built: 1997
- MMSI: 352004234
- Call sign: 3E7719
- Gross tonnage: 38879
- Deadweight: 72824 t
- Length overall: 225 m
- Beam: 32 m
- Port State Control (PSC) inspections: 42 since 1998
- PSC detentions in the last 36 months: 0
- Last PSC detention: 15/03/2002, Long Beach, California (US Coast Guard)
- Last PSC inspection: 13/04/2026
- Registered owner: BRILLIANT BEACH LTD (China)
- Ship manager · ISM manager: MANILA SHIPPING CO LTD (China)
- Last AIS position: 21°24.5′N · 113°42.9′E · Speed 0.1 kn · under way · received 29 June 2026 at 05:26 UTC
- Destination: Haikou (CN HAK) · ETA 30 June 2026 at 01:17 UTC (as broadcast by the vessel)
Frequently asked questions
What is the vessel type and age of MING YANG?
MING YANG is a Bulk Carrier built in 1997. It is currently in its 29th year of service.
What are the tonnage specifications for MING YANG?
The vessel has a deadweight tonnage of 72,824 metric tonnes. Its gross tonnage is recorded at 38,878.
Which classification society covers MING YANG?
The vessel is classed by Overseas Marine Certification Services. This society is a member of the International Association of Classification Societies (IACS).
How many inspections has MING YANG undergone recently?
Over the last 36 months it has had 8 port state control (PSC) inspections and no detentions; the deficiency count is reported for 4 of them. The most recent inspection was on 13 April 2026. All-time records show 42 inspections since 1998 and 1 detention. The most recent detention was on 15 March 2002.
What is the flag history of MING YANG?
The vessel currently flies the Panama flag. Throughout its history, it has operated under 8 different flags.
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