TAI HANG 8 (IMO 9205823)
TAI HANG 8 is a Bulk 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 72,270 metric tonnes and a gross tonnage of 37,722. This size and type suggest it is configured for regional dry bulk commodity transport. TAI HANG 8 is classed by China Classification Society, which is an IACS member. The vessel has been observed in East Asia, South East Asia, and the Makassar Strait. It has previously operated under three different names and three different flag states. Over the last 36 months it has had 3 port state control (PSC) inspections and no detentions. The most recent inspection was on 8 August 2025.
- Type: Bulk Carrier
- Flag: China Peoples's Republic
- Year built: 1999
- MMSI: 413271250
- Call sign: BTFY
- Gross tonnage: 37722
- Deadweight: 72270 t
- Port State Control (PSC) inspections: 40 since 2000
- PSC detentions in the last 36 months: 0
- Last PSC inspection: 08/08/2025
- Registered owner · Ship manager · ISM manager: TAIHANG SHIPPING CO LTD (China)
- Last AIS position: 31°58.6′N · 120°50.7′E · received 30 August 2024 at 20:08 UTC
- Destination: Zhanjiang Pt (CN ZNG)
Frequently asked questions
What is the vessel type and age of TAI HANG 8?
TAI HANG 8 is a Bulk Carrier built in 1999. It is currently in its 27th year of service.
What are the tonnage specifications for TAI HANG 8?
The vessel has a deadweight tonnage of 72,270 metric tonnes. Its gross tonnage is recorded at 37,722.
Which classification society maintains TAI HANG 8?
The vessel is classed by China Classification Society. This society is a recognized member of the International Association of Classification Societies (IACS).
Where has TAI HANG 8 been recently operating?
The vessel has been observed in the Makassar Strait and throughout East Asia. It has also been recorded in South East Asian waters.
What is the port-state control record for TAI HANG 8?
Over the last 36 months it has had 3 port state control (PSC) inspections and no detentions; the deficiency count is reported for 1 of them. The most recent inspection was on 8 August 2025. All-time records show 40 inspections since 2000 and no detentions.
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