BZ CHONGFU (IMO 9200691)
BZ CHONGFU is a Container Ship built in 2000 and flying the Marshall Islands flag, placing it in its 26th year of service. The vessel reports a deadweight tonnage of 68,790, a gross tonnage of 66,278, and a length overall of 279 metres. This vessel is configured for containerized cargo transport operations. BZ CHONGFU is classed by Bureau Veritas, which is a member of the International Association of Classification Societies (IACS). The vessel has been observed in East Asia, South East Asia, and the Mediterranean Sea. It has been registered under five former names and has operated under six different flag states. Over the last 36 months it has had 18 port state control (PSC) inspections and 1 detention. The most recent inspection was on 12 August 2026.
- Type: Container Ship
- Flag: Marshall Islands
- Year built: 2000
- MMSI: 538012565
- Call sign: V7B3039
- Gross tonnage: 66278
- Deadweight: 68790 t
- Length overall: 279 m
- Beam: 40 m
- Port State Control (PSC) inspections: 102 since 2001
- PSC detentions in the last 36 months: 1
- Last PSC detention: 02/07/2024, Bremerhaven (Paris MoU)
- Last PSC inspection: 12/08/2026
- Registered owner · Ship manager: BAOFU HK SHIPPING CO LTD (China)
- ISM manager: SAFE SHIPS LTD (China)
- Last AIS position: 3°22.9′N · 100°27.3′E · Speed 11.1 kn · under way · received 9 October 2026 at 16:41 UTC
- Destination: Khor al Fakkan (AE KLF) · ETA 17 October 2026 at 20:00 UTC (as broadcast by the vessel)
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Frequently asked questions
What is the vessel type and age of BZ CHONGFU?
BZ CHONGFU is a container ship built in 2000. It is currently in its 26th year of service.
What are the dimensions of BZ CHONGFU?
The vessel has a length overall of 279 metres and a beam of 40 metres. It carries a deadweight tonnage of 68,790 metric tonnes.
Which classification society manages BZ CHONGFU?
The vessel is classed by Bureau Veritas. This society is a member of the International Association of Classification Societies (IACS).
What is the PSC inspection history for this vessel?
Over the last 36 months it has had 18 port state control (PSC) inspections and 1 detention; the deficiency count is reported for 17 of them. The most recent inspection was on 12 August 2026. All-time records show 102 inspections since 2001 and 3 detentions. The most recent detention was on 2 July 2024.
Where has BZ CHONGFU been recently observed?
The vessel has been active in East Asia, South East Asia, and the Mediterranean Sea. It also operates within the South Asia region.
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