RACHA BHUM (IMO 9236561)
RACHA BHUM is a Container Ship built in 2008 and flying the Singapore flag, placing it in its 18th year of service. The vessel reports a deadweight tonnage of 38,968 metric tonnes and a gross tonnage of 32,190. This vessel is configured for containerized cargo transport within regional trade routes. RACHA BHUM is classed by Nippon Kaiji Kyokai, which is an IACS member. The vessel has been observed in the Malacca Strait, the South China Sea, and across South East Asia. It has previously operated under one former name and one former flag. Over the last 36 months it has had 6 port state control (PSC) inspections and no detentions. The most recent inspection was on 2 July 2026.
- Type: Container Ship
- Flag: Singapore
- Year built: 2008
- MMSI: 563181000
- Call sign: 9VNL9
- Gross tonnage: 32190
- Deadweight: 38968 t
- Length overall: 211 m
- Beam: 32 m
- Port State Control (PSC) inspections: 35 since 2008
- PSC detentions in the last 36 months: 0
- Last PSC inspection: 02/07/2026
- Registered owner: REGIONAL CONTAINER LINES PCL (Thailand)
- Ship manager · ISM manager: RCL SHIPMANAGEMENT PTE LTD
- Last AIS position: 1°17.2′N · 103°45.9′E · Speed 0.5 kn · under way · received 10 October 2026 at 03:56 UTC
- Destination: Singapore (SG SIN)
Frequently asked questions
What is the vessel type and age of RACHA BHUM?
RACHA BHUM is a container ship built in 2008. It is currently in its 18th year of service.
What are the tonnage specifications for RACHA BHUM?
The vessel has a deadweight tonnage of 38,968 metric tonnes. Its gross tonnage is recorded at 32,190.
Which classification society manages RACHA BHUM?
The vessel is classed by Nippon Kaiji Kyokai. This society is a member of the International Association of Classification Societies (IACS).
Where has RACHA BHUM been recently observed?
The vessel has been active in the Malacca Strait and the Singapore Strait. It has also been observed operating within the South China Sea.
What is the PSC inspection history for this vessel?
Over the last 36 months it has had 6 port state control (PSC) inspections and no detentions; the deficiency count is reported for 3 of them. The most recent inspection was on 2 July 2026. All-time records show 35 inspections since 2008 and no detentions.
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