POCAHONTAS (IMO 9272383)
POCAHONTAS is a Bulk Carrier built in 2004 and flying the Liberia flag, placing it in its 22nd year of service. The vessel reports a deadweight tonnage of 174,083, a gross tonnage of 88,930, and a beam of 45 metres. This size and type suggest a large-scale bulk transport capability for global commodities. Registration is maintained with Registro Italiano Navale, which is an IACS member. The vessel has been observed in the Indian Ocean, the Java Sea, and the South Atlantic/South Africa regions over recent periods. It has operated under four former flags and three former names. Over the last 36 months it has had 4 port state control (PSC) inspections and no detentions. The most recent inspection was on 23 December 2025.
- Type: Bulk Carrier
- Flag: Liberia
- Year built: 2004
- MMSI: 636021065
- Call sign: 5LCB8
- Gross tonnage: 88930
- Deadweight: 174083 t
- Beam: 45 m
- Home port: MONROVIA -
- Port State Control (PSC) inspections: 43 since 2004
- PSC detentions in the last 36 months: 0
- Last PSC detention: 15/07/2011, Rizhao (Tokyo MoU)
- Last PSC inspection: 23/12/2025
- Registered owner: KINDNESS SHIPPING LTD (China)
- Ship manager · ISM manager: BLUEGORGEOUS SHIP MANAGEMENT (China)
- Last AIS position: 18°15.3′S · 016°43.6′W · Speed 11.5 kn · under way · received 17 October 2026 at 14:29 UTC
- Destination: Georgetown (CA GEO) · ETA 28 October 2026 at 19:47 UTC (as broadcast by the vessel)
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Frequently asked questions
What is the vessel type and age of POCAHONTAS?
POCAHONTAS is a Bulk Carrier built in 2004. It is currently in its 22nd year of service.
What are the main dimensions and capacity of the vessel?
The vessel has a deadweight tonnage of 174,083 and a gross tonnage of 88,930. Its beam is recorded at 45 metres.
Which classification society manages POCAHONTAS?
The vessel is classed by Registro Italiano Navale. This society is a member of the International Association of Classification Societies (IACS).
What is the engine power of this bulk carrier?
The main engine is rated at 16,860 kW. This power output supports its operations as a large-scale bulk carrier.
How many PSC inspections has the vessel undergone?
Over the last 36 months it has had 4 port state control (PSC) inspections and no detentions, with 12 deficiencies recorded. The most recent inspection was on 23 December 2025. All-time records show 43 inspections since 2004 and 1 detention. The most recent detention was on 15 July 2011.
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