HONGSHENG (IMO 9187708)
HONGSHENG is a Bulk Carrier built in 1999 and flying the Vanuatu flag, placing it in its 27th year of service. The vessel reports a deadweight tonnage of 73,726 metric tonnes and a gross tonnage of 38,364. This capacity is typical for mid-sized bulk carriers engaged in various dry bulk commodities trades. Over the last 36 months it has had 37 port state control (PSC) inspections and 3 detentions. The most recent inspection was on 20 June 2026. It has previously operated under 3 different names and 3 different flag states throughout its service history.
- Type: Bulk Carrier
- Flag: Vanuatu
- Year built: 1999
- MMSI: 577427000
- Call sign: YJRC2
- Gross tonnage: 38364
- Deadweight: 73726 t
- Length overall: 225 m
- Beam: 32 m
- Port State Control (PSC) inspections: 107 since 1999
- PSC detentions in the last 36 months: 3
- Last PSC detention: 20/06/2026, Qinzhou (Tokyo MoU)
- Last PSC inspection: 20/06/2026
- Registered owner: HONGSHENG HONGKONG SHIPPING (China)
- Ship manager · ISM manager: INTERCON MARINE SHANGHAI CO (China)
- Last AIS position: 60°22.2′N · 171°51.7′E · Speed 7.8 kn · constrained by draught · received 8 October 2026 at 17:07 UTC
- Destination: BAHODOPI · ETA 29 October 2026 at 12:03 UTC (as broadcast by the vessel)
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Frequently asked questions
What is the vessel type and age of HONGSHENG?
HONGSHENG is a Bulk Carrier. It was built in 1999 and is currently in its 27th year of service.
What are the tonnage specifications for HONGSHENG?
The vessel has a deadweight tonnage of 73,726 metric tonnes. Its gross tonnage is recorded at 38,364.
How many port-state inspections has the vessel undergone?
Over the last 36 months it has had 37 port state control (PSC) inspections and 3 detentions, with 153 deficiencies recorded. The most recent inspection was on 20 June 2026. All-time records show 107 inspections since 1999 and 7 detentions. The most recent detention was on 20 June 2026.
Has the vessel ever been detained?
Yes, the vessel has recorded 5 detentions. These occurred within a 36-month inspection window.
How many previous names has the vessel held?
The vessel has been registered under 3 former names. It has also operated under 3 different flag states during its career.
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