PALAU (IMO 9261035)
PALAU is a Bulk Carrier built in 2003 and flying the Liberia flag, placing it in its 23rd year of service. The vessel reports a deadweight tonnage of 31,837, a gross tonnage of 19,795, and no length overall is recorded. This vessel is configured for bulk cargo operations within a mid-sized tonnage class. PALAU is classed by Nippon Kaiji Kyokai, which is an IACS member. The vessel has been observed in the Mediterranean Sea, South Asia, and North Europe over recent periods. It has previously operated under one former name and seven different flag states. Over the last 36 months it has had 7 port state control (PSC) inspections and no detentions. The most recent inspection was on 11 May 2026.
- Type: Bulk Carrier
- Flag: Liberia
- Year built: 2003
- MMSI: 636023976
- Call sign: 5LQI9
- Gross tonnage: 19795
- Deadweight: 31837 t
- Length overall: 176 m
- Beam: 29 m
- Port State Control (PSC) inspections: 65 since 2003
- PSC detentions in the last 36 months: 0
- Last PSC detention: 05/05/2011, Port Kembla (Indian Ocean MoU)
- Last PSC inspection: 11/05/2026
- Registered owner: VIABLE SHIPPING CO LTD (Germany)
- Ship manager: BLUMENTHAL JMK GMBH & CO KG (Germany)
- ISM manager: BLUMENTHAL ASIA PTE LTD
- Last AIS position: 26°26.9′N · 119°42.9′E · Speed 0.1 kn · under way · received 12 October 2026 at 05:53 UTC
- Destination: Fuzhou (CN FOC)
Frequently asked questions
What is the vessel type and age of PALAU?
PALAU is a Bulk Carrier built in 2003. It is currently in its 23rd year of service.
What are the capacity specifications for PALAU?
The vessel has a deadweight tonnage of 31,837 metric tonnes. Its gross tonnage is recorded at 19,795.
Which classification society maintains PALAU?
The vessel is classed by Nippon Kaiji Kyokai. This society is a recognized member of the International Association of Classification Societies (IACS).
Where has PALAU been recently observed?
The vessel has been observed in the Mediterranean Sea, South Asia, and North Europe. These regions represent its recent operational footprint.
What is the PSC inspection history for PALAU?
Over the last 36 months it has had 7 port state control (PSC) inspections and no detentions; the deficiency count is reported for 6 of them. The most recent inspection was on 11 May 2026. All-time records show 65 inspections since 2003 and 3 detentions. The most recent detention was on 5 May 2011.
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