GREAT WENTAO (IMO 9166871)
GREAT WENTAO 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 46,747 metric tonnes and a gross tonnage of 26,778. At this capacity, it functions as a mid-sized bulk carrier for regional or international dry cargo trades. Registration is maintained with Registro Italiano Navale. The vessel has been observed in the Singapore Strait, South Asia, and South East Asia over recent periods. It has a history of 4 former names and 4 former flags. Over the last 36 months it has had 12 port state control (PSC) inspections and 2 detentions. The most recent inspection was on 5 May 2026.
- Type: Bulk Carrier
- Flag: Panama
- Year built: 1998
- MMSI: 373824000
- Call sign: 3FZH4
- Gross tonnage: 26778
- Deadweight: 46747 t
- Beam: 32.2 m
- Home port: PANAMA - 51836-20
- Port State Control (PSC) inspections: 100 since 1999
- PSC detentions in the last 36 months: 2
- Last PSC detention: 05/05/2026, Caofeidian (Tokyo MoU)
- Last PSC inspection: 05/05/2026
- Registered owner: WEITAO SHIPPING CO LTD (China)
- Ship manager · ISM manager: FUJIAN HENGFENG SHIPPING CO (China)
- Last AIS position: 25°39.9′N · 056°35.1′E · Speed 0.2 kn · received 10 October 2026 at 03:21 UTC
- Destination: Al Fujayrah (AE FJR) · ETA 10 October 2026 at 06:29 UTC (as broadcast by the vessel)
Frequently asked questions
What is the vessel type and age of GREAT WENTAO?
GREAT WENTAO is a Bulk Carrier built in 1998. It is currently in its 28th year of service.
What are the dimensions and capacity of the vessel?
The vessel has a deadweight tonnage of 46,747 metric tonnes and a gross tonnage of 26,778. Its beam is measured at 32.2 metres.
Which classification society is associated with GREAT WENTAO?
The vessel is classed by Registro Italiano Navale. Its current classification status is recorded as Withdrawn.
What is the engine power of GREAT WENTAO?
The vessel is equipped with a main engine providing 7,207 kW of power. This specification supports its operations as a bulk carrier.
How many PSC inspections has the vessel undergone?
Over the last 36 months it has had 12 port state control (PSC) inspections and 2 detentions, with 36 deficiencies recorded. The most recent inspection was on 5 May 2026. All-time records show 100 inspections since 1999 and 3 detentions. The most recent detention was on 5 May 2026.
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