BRIGHT FORTUNE (IMO 9182461)
BRIGHT FORTUNE 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 46,223 metric tonnes and a gross tonnage of 26,966. This vessel is configured for bulk cargo operations within various global trade routes. BRIGHT FORTUNE is classed by Intermaritime Certification Services, S.A. The vessel has been observed in the Singapore Strait, South Asia, and East Asia/South East Asia. It has previously operated under three different names and one former flag state. Over the last 36 months it has had 10 port state control (PSC) inspections and 1 detention. The most recent inspection was on 6 May 2026.
- Type: Bulk Carrier
- Flag: Panama
- Year built: 1998
- MMSI: 374693000
- Call sign: 3FBG4
- Gross tonnage: 26966
- Deadweight: 46223 t
- Port State Control (PSC) inspections: 71 since 1999
- PSC detentions in the last 36 months: 1
- Last PSC detention: 06/05/2026, Zhenjiang (Tokyo MoU)
- Last PSC inspection: 06/05/2026
- Registered owner · Ship manager · ISM manager: YALE GROUP LTD (China)
- Last AIS position: 31°41.8′N · 121°10.3′E · Speed 9.9 kn · received 16 October 2026 at 12:55 UTC
- Destination: Changshu Pt (CN CGS)
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Frequently asked questions
What is the vessel type and age of BRIGHT FORTUNE?
BRIGHT FORTUNE is a Bulk Carrier built in 1998. It is currently in its 28th year of service.
What are the capacity specifications for BRIGHT FORTUNE?
The vessel has a deadweight tonnage of 46,223 metric tonnes. Its gross tonnage is recorded at 26,966.
Which classification society manages BRIGHT FORTUNE?
The vessel is classed by Intermaritime Certification Services, S.A. Its current classification status is listed as Delivered.
Where has BRIGHT FORTUNE been recently observed?
The vessel has been observed in the Singapore Strait and South Asia. It has also been recorded in the East Asia and South East Asia regions.
What is the port-state control history for this vessel?
Over the last 36 months it has had 10 port state control (PSC) inspections and 1 detention, with 16 deficiencies recorded. The most recent inspection was on 6 May 2026. All-time records show 71 inspections since 1999 and 2 detentions. The most recent detention was on 6 May 2026.
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