CHANG SHENG 36 (IMO 9258040)
CHANG SHENG 36 is a Chemical/Oil Products Tanker built in 2002 and flying the Vanuatu flag, placing it in its 24th year of service. The vessel reports a deadweight tonnage of 7,968 metric tonnes, a gross tonnage of 5,328, and a length overall of 113 metres. This size and type suggest its use in regional chemical or petroleum product transport. CHANG SHENG 36 is classed by Nippon Kaiji Kyokai, which is an IACS member. The vessel has been observed in the Singapore Strait, East Asia, and the North America West Coast over recent periods. It has previously operated under five different flag states and two former names. Over the last 36 months it has had 7 port state control (PSC) inspections and 1 detention. The most recent inspection was on 23 April 2026.
- Type: Chemical/Oil Products Tanker
- Flag: Vanuatu
- Year built: 2002
- MMSI: 577638000
- Call sign: YJTA7
- Gross tonnage: 5328
- Deadweight: 7968 t
- Length overall: 113 m
- Beam: 18 m
- Port State Control (PSC) inspections: 49 since 2002
- PSC detentions in the last 36 months: 1
- Last PSC detention: 23/09/2025, Ulsan (Tokyo MoU)
- Last PSC inspection: 23/04/2026
- Registered owner: HAI SOON OIL PTE LTD
- Ship manager · ISM manager: FORTUNE SHIP MANAGEMENT PTE
- Last AIS position: 41°38.1′N · 141°43.9′E · Speed 11.4 kn · under way under sail · received 23 July 2026 at 12:44 UTC
- Destination: Hightown (GB HGW) · ETA 30 July 2026 at 12:00 UTC (as broadcast by the vessel)
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Frequently asked questions
What is the vessel type and age of CHANG SHENG 36?
CHANG SHENG 36 is a Chemical/Oil Products Tanker. It was built in 2002 and is currently in its 24th year of service.
What are the dimensions of CHANG SHENG 36?
The vessel has a length overall of 113 metres and a beam of 18 metres. It carries a deadweight tonnage of 7,968 metric tonnes.
Which classification society manages CHANG SHENG 36?
The vessel is classed by Nippon Kaiji Kyokai. This society is a member of the International Association of Classification Societies (IACS).
What is the PSC inspection history for this vessel?
Over the last 36 months it has had 7 port state control (PSC) inspections and 1 detention, with 17 deficiencies recorded. The most recent inspection was on 23 April 2026. All-time records show 49 inspections since 2002 and 1 detention. The most recent detention was on 23 September 2025.
Where has CHANG SHENG 36 been recently observed?
The vessel has been observed in the Singapore Strait and East Asia. It has also been recorded near the North America West Coast and the Gulf of Mexico.
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