EAST HELIOS (IMO 9233387)

EAST HELIOS is a Bulk Carrier built in 2001 and flying the Vanuatu flag, placing it in its 25th year of service. The vessel reports a deadweight tonnage of 53,553 metric tonnes and a gross tonnage of 29,963. This size class is typically utilized for regional bulk commodity transport. Nippon Kaiji Kyokai (IACS) is the classification society for the vessel, which is an IACS member. Recent geographic observations place the vessel in the Singapore Strait, East Asia, and South East Asia. It has operated under 7 former names and 7 former flags throughout its history. Over the last 36 months it has had 34 port state control (PSC) inspections and 3 detentions. The most recent inspection was on 27 September 2026.

Frequently asked questions

What is the vessel type and age of EAST HELIOS?

EAST HELIOS is a Bulk Carrier built in 2001. It is currently in its 25th year of service.

What are the capacity specifications for EAST HELIOS?

The vessel has a deadweight tonnage of 53,553 metric tonnes. Its gross tonnage is recorded at 29,963.

Which classification society manages EAST HELIOS?

The vessel is classed by Nippon Kaiji Kyokai, which is an IACS member. Its current class status is listed as Reassigned.

Where has EAST HELIOS been recently observed?

The vessel has been observed in the Singapore Strait and throughout East Asia and South East Asia. These regions represent its most recent geographic activity.

What is the PSC inspection history for EAST HELIOS?

Over the last 36 months it has had 34 port state control (PSC) inspections and 3 detentions; the deficiency count is reported for 33 of them. The most recent inspection was on 27 September 2026. All-time records show 101 inspections since 2001 and 6 detentions. The most recent detention was on 27 September 2026.

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