CROWN VIRTUE (IMO 9216676)
CROWN VIRTUE is a Bulk Carrier built in 2001 and flying the Bangladesh flag, placing it in its 25th year of service. The vessel reports a deadweight tonnage of 51,008 metric tonnes, a gross tonnage of 28,615, and a length overall of 190 metres. This size and configuration are typical for regional bulk commodity transport. CROWN VIRTUE is classed by Bureau Veritas, which is an IACS member. The vessel has been observed in South Asia, the Indian Ocean, and the Singapore Strait over recent periods. It has previously operated under two different names and two different flag states. Over the last 36 months it has had 1 port state control (PSC) inspection and no detentions. The most recent inspection was on 15 April 2025.
- Type: Bulk Carrier
- Flag: Bangladesh
- Year built: 2001
- MMSI: 405000225
- Call sign: S2AE4
- Gross tonnage: 28615
- Deadweight: 51008 t
- Length overall: 190 m
- Beam: 32 m
- Port State Control (PSC) inspections: 59 since 2001
- PSC detentions in the last 36 months: 0
- Last PSC detention: 07/04/2009, Shenzhen (Tokyo MoU)
- Last PSC inspection: 15/04/2025
- Registered owner: CROWN MARINERS LTD
- Ship manager: MAJOR SHIPPING & TRADING PTE
- ISM manager: MAJOR SHIPPING & TRADING SERVS (Bangladesh)
- Last AIS position: 34°39.1′N · 033°1.0′E · under way · received 5 October 2026 at 04:52 UTC
- Destination: BAYAH
Frequently asked questions
What is the vessel type and age of CROWN VIRTUE?
CROWN VIRTUE is a Bulk Carrier built in 2001. It is currently in its 25th year of service.
What are the dimensions of CROWN VIRTUE?
The vessel has a length overall of 190 metres and a beam of 32 metres. It carries a deadweight tonnage of 51,008 metric tonnes.
Which classification society maintains CROWN VIRTUE?
The vessel is classed by Bureau Veritas, which is an IACS member. Its current classification status is listed as Reinstated.
Where has CROWN VIRTUE been recently observed?
The vessel has been active in South Asia and the Indian Ocean. It has also been recorded in the Java Sea and the Singapore Strait.
What is the PSC inspection history for CROWN VIRTUE?
Over the last 36 months it has had 1 port state control (PSC) inspection and no detentions, with 2 deficiencies recorded. The most recent inspection was on 15 April 2025. All-time records show 59 inspections since 2001 and 1 detention. The most recent detention was on 7 April 2009.
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