DONG FANG FU (IMO 9162423)
DONG FANG FU is a Container Ship built in 1998 and flying the China Peoples's Republic flag, placing it in its 28th year of service. The vessel reports a deadweight tonnage of 18,185 metric tonnes, a gross tonnage of 13,199, and a length overall of 162 metres. This vessel is configured for containerized cargo transport within regional trade routes. China Classification Society, an IACS member, provides classification for the vessel. Recent maritime activity has observed the ship in East Asia, South East Asia, and the broader East Asia and South East Asia regions. It has previously operated under two former names and two different flag states. Over the last 36 months it has had 15 port state control (PSC) inspections and no detentions. The most recent inspection was on 24 May 2026.
- Type: Container Ship
- Flag: China Peoples's Republic
- Year built: 1998
- MMSI: 413393620
- Call sign: BPCL3
- Gross tonnage: 13199
- Deadweight: 18185 t
- Length overall: 162 m
- Beam: 26 m
- Port State Control (PSC) inspections: 35 since 2000
- PSC detentions in the last 36 months: 0
- Last PSC detention: 23/10/2006, Shimizu (Tokyo MoU)
- Last PSC inspection: 24/05/2026
- Registered owner · Ship manager · ISM manager: FUJIAN ORIENT SHIPPING CO LTD (China)
- Last AIS position: 22°7.5′N · 113°55.0′E · Speed 13.0 kn · under way · received 17 October 2026 at 16:08 UTC
- Destination: Nansha Pt (CN NSA) · ETA 18 October 2026 at 03:30 UTC (as broadcast by the vessel)
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Frequently asked questions
What is the vessel type and age of DONG FANG FU?
DONG FANG FU is a container ship built in 1998. It is currently in its 28th year of service.
What are the dimensions of DONG FANG FU?
The vessel has a length overall of 162 metres and a beam of 26 metres. It possesses a deadweight tonnage of 18,185 metric tonnes.
Which classification society maintains DONG FANG FU?
The vessel is classed by China Classification Society. This society is a confirmed member of the International Association of Classification Societies (IACS).
What is the PSC inspection history for this vessel?
Over the last 36 months it has had 15 port state control (PSC) inspections and no detentions, with 20 deficiencies recorded. The most recent inspection was on 24 May 2026. All-time records show 35 inspections since 2000 and 1 detention. The most recent detention was on 23 October 2006.
Where has DONG FANG FU been operating recently?
The vessel has been observed in East Asia and South East Asia. Its recent geographic footprint includes these two primary maritime regions.
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