GREAT WENCHENG (IMO 9222493)
GREAT WENCHENG is a Bulk Carrier built in 2001 and flying the Panama flag, placing it in its 25th year of service. The vessel reports a deadweight tonnage of 52,375 metric tonnes and a gross tonnage of 30,008. This size profile is typical for regional bulk transport operations. GREAT WENCHENG is classed by the Polish Register of Shipping, which is an IACS member. The vessel has been observed in East Asia and South East Asia over recent periods. It has operated under four different flag states and has been known by three former names. Over the last 36 months it has had 8 port state control (PSC) inspections and no detentions. The most recent inspection was on 28 January 2026.
- Type: Bulk Carrier
- Flag: Vanuatu
- Year built: 2001
- MMSI: 577749000
- Call sign: YJSC9
- Gross tonnage: 30008
- Deadweight: 52375 t
- Port State Control (PSC) inspections: 74 since 2001
- PSC detentions in the last 36 months: 0
- Last PSC detention: 23/11/2016, Gdynia (Paris MoU)
- Last PSC inspection: 28/01/2026
- Registered owner · Ship manager: GREAT WENCHENG SHIPPING LTD (China)
- ISM manager: XIAMEN XINFENG SHIPPING CO LTD (China)
- Last AIS position: 31°11.2′N · 122°39.4′E · Speed 9.0 kn · under way · received 10 October 2026 at 09:48 UTC
- Destination: CHANGJIANGKOU
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Frequently asked questions
What is the vessel type and age of GREAT WENCHENG?
GREAT WENCHENG is a Bulk Carrier built in 2001. It is currently in its 25th year of service.
What are the capacity specifications for this vessel?
The vessel has a deadweight tonnage of 52,375 metric tonnes. Its gross tonnage is recorded at 30,008.
Which classification society maintains GREAT WENCHENG?
The vessel is classed by the Polish Register of Shipping. This society is a member of the International Association of Classification Societies (IACS).
What is the port-state control history for this ship?
Over the last 36 months it has had 8 port state control (PSC) inspections and no detentions; the deficiency count is reported for 7 of them. The most recent inspection was on 28 January 2026. All-time records show 74 inspections since 2001 and 1 detention. The most recent detention was on 23 November 2016.
Where has GREAT WENCHENG been operating recently?
The vessel has been observed in the East Asia and South East Asia regions. It currently flies the Panama flag.
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