CHANG AN KOU (IMO 9177026)
CHANG AN KOU is a Vehicles Carrier built in 1999 and flying the China Peoples's Republic flag, placing it in its 27th year of service. The vessel reports a deadweight tonnage of 12,780 metric tonnes and a gross tonnage of 37,237. This vessel is configured for the transport of vehicles. CHANG AN KOU is classed by China Classification Society, which is an IACS member. The vessel has been observed in South Asia, the Malacca Strait, and the Singapore Strait. It has previously operated under one former flag and has been registered under two former names. Over the last 36 months it has had 1 port state control (PSC) inspection and no detentions. The most recent inspection was on 4 March 2026.
- Type: Vehicles Carrier
- Flag: China Peoples's Republic
- Year built: 1999
- MMSI: 414260000
- Call sign: BOHL
- Gross tonnage: 37237
- Deadweight: 12780 t
- Port State Control (PSC) inspections: 55 since 1999
- PSC detentions in the last 36 months: 0
- Last PSC detention: 26/03/2015, Santa Barbara, California (US Coast Guard)
- Last PSC inspection: 04/03/2026
- Registered owner · Ship manager · ISM manager: COSCO SHIPPING SPECIALIZED-CHR (China)
- Last AIS position: 1°31.8′N · 104°50.6′E · Speed 20.4 kn · under way · received 15 October 2026 at 09:28 UTC
- Destination: Guangzhou Pt (CN GZG) · ETA 19 October 2026 at 13:12 UTC (as broadcast by the vessel)
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Frequently asked questions
What is the vessel type of CHANG AN KOU?
CHANG AN KOU is a Vehicles Carrier. It was built in 1999 and is currently in its 27th year of service.
What are the tonnage specifications for CHANG AN KOU?
The vessel has a deadweight tonnage of 12,780 metric tonnes. Its gross tonnage is recorded at 37,237.
Which classification society manages CHANG AN KOU?
The vessel is classed by China Classification Society. This society is a member of the International Association of Classification Societies (IACS).
Where has CHANG AN KOU been recently observed?
The vessel has been observed in South Asia and the Singapore Strait. It has also been recorded transiting the Malacca Strait.
What is the PSC inspection history for CHANG AN KOU?
Over the last 36 months it has had 1 port state control (PSC) inspection and no detentions, with no deficiencies recorded. The most recent inspection was on 4 March 2026. All-time records show 55 inspections since 1999 and 3 detentions. The most recent detention was on 26 March 2015.
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