DZ YANTAI is a General Cargo Ship built in 2001 and flying the Hong Kong, China flag, placing it in its 25th year of service. The vessel reports a deadweight tonnage of 17,539 metric tonnes and a gross tonnage of 11,894. This size and type suggest its utility in regional cargo transport and short-sea shipping operations. DZ YANTAI is classed by Lloyd's Register, which is a member of the International Association of Classification Societies (IACS). The vessel has been observed in the Mediterranean Sea, East Asia, and South East Asia. It has previously operated under four different flag states and has been registered under three former names. Over the last 36 months it has had 10 port state control (PSC) inspections and 2 detentions. The most recent inspection was on 2 January 2026.
DZ YANTAI is a General Cargo Ship built in 2001. It is currently in its 25th year of service.
The vessel has a deadweight tonnage of 17,539 metric tonnes. Its gross tonnage is recorded at 11,894.
The vessel is classed by Lloyd's Register, which is an IACS member. Its current classification status is listed as Delivered.
The vessel has been observed in the Mediterranean Sea and throughout East Asia and South East Asia. These regions represent its most recent geographic activity.
Over the last 36 months it has had 10 port state control (PSC) inspections and 2 detentions, with 50 deficiencies recorded. The most recent inspection was on 2 January 2026. All-time records show 82 inspections since 2002 and 4 detentions. The most recent detention was on 21 August 2025.
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