HR BALU (IMO 9266114)
HR BALU is a Container Ship built in 2003 and flying the Bangladesh flag, placing it in its 23rd year of service. The vessel reports a deadweight tonnage of 22,078 metric tonnes and a gross tonnage of 17,153. This capacity is typical for regional container feeder operations. HR BALU is classed by Bureau Veritas, which is a member of the International Association of Classification Societies (IACS). The vessel has been observed operating in the South Asia region. It has previously operated under four different names and three different flag states. No port state control (PSC) inspections were recorded in the last 36 months; 48 inspections are on file since 2003, the most recent on 25 January 2023.
- Type: Container Ship
- Flag: Bangladesh
- Year built: 2003
- MMSI: 405000384
- Call sign: S2CJ7
- Gross tonnage: 17153
- Deadweight: 22078 t
- Length overall: 172 m
- Beam: 28 m
- Port State Control (PSC) inspections: 48 since 2003
- PSC detentions in the last 36 months: 0
- Last PSC inspection: 25/01/2023
- Registered owner · Ship manager: HR LINES LTD (Bangladesh)
- ISM manager: KARNAPHULI MARITIME LTD (Bangladesh)
- Last AIS position: 2°47.0′N · 101°8.2′E · Speed 16.1 kn · under way · received 13 October 2026 at 04:12 UTC
- Destination: Chattogram (BD CGP) · ETA 17 October 2026 at 07:00 UTC (as broadcast by the vessel)
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Frequently asked questions
What is the vessel type and age of HR BALU?
HR BALU is a container ship built in 2003. It is currently in its 23rd year of service.
What are the tonnage specifications for HR BALU?
The vessel has a deadweight tonnage of 22,078 metric tonnes. Its gross tonnage is recorded at 17,153.
Which classification society manages HR BALU?
The vessel is classed by Bureau Veritas, which is an IACS member. Its current classification status is listed as Reinstated.
What is the PSC inspection history for this vessel?
No port state control (PSC) inspections were recorded in the last 36 months; 48 inspections are on file since 2003, the most recent on 25 January 2023.
Where has HR BALU been recently observed?
The vessel has been observed in the South Asia region. It currently operates under the Bangladesh flag.
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