DONG MINH (IMO 9180035)
DONG MINH 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 28,502 metric tonnes and a gross tonnage of 16,789. This vessel is configured for bulk cargo operations within regional trade routes. DONG MINH is classed by Nippon Kaiji Kyokai, which is an IACS member. The vessel has been observed in the Malacca Strait, South East Asia, and East Africa over recent periods. It has operated under one former flag and has been registered under two former names. Over the last 36 months it has had 17 port state control (PSC) inspections and 3 detentions. The most recent inspection was on 30 July 2026.
- Type: Bulk Carrier
- Flag: Panama
- Year built: 1998
- MMSI: 357276000
- Call sign: 3FET9
- Gross tonnage: 16789
- Deadweight: 28502 t
- Port State Control (PSC) inspections: 106 since 1999
- PSC detentions in the last 36 months: 3
- Last PSC detention: 30/07/2026, Singapore (Tokyo MoU)
- Last PSC inspection: 30/07/2026
- Registered owner · Ship manager · ISM manager: DONG DO MARINE JSC (Vietnam)
- Last AIS position: 1°15.3′N · 103°48.1′E · Speed 0.0 kn · at anchor · received 11 October 2026 at 00:32 UTC
- Destination: SG PWBGA
Frequently asked questions
What is the vessel type and age of DONG MINH?
DONG MINH is a Bulk Carrier built in 1998. It is currently in its 28th year of service.
What are the tonnage specifications for DONG MINH?
The vessel has a deadweight tonnage of 28,502 metric tonnes. Its gross tonnage is recorded at 16,789.
Which classification society maintains DONG MINH?
The vessel is classed by Nippon Kaiji Kyokai. This society is a member of the International Association of Classification Societies (IACS).
Where has DONG MINH been recently observed?
The vessel has been observed in the Malacca Strait, Singapore Strait, and South East Asia. It has also been recorded in East Africa.
What is the port-state control history of DONG MINH?
Over the last 36 months it has had 17 port state control (PSC) inspections and 3 detentions, with 69 deficiencies recorded. The most recent inspection was on 30 July 2026. All-time records show 106 inspections since 1999 and 5 detentions. The most recent detention was on 30 July 2026.
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