HF SPIRIT (IMO 9276406)
HF SPIRIT is a Container Ship built in 2002 and flying the Panama flag, placing it in its 24th year of service. The vessel reports a deadweight tonnage of 18,002 metric tonnes, a gross tonnage of 13,267, and a length overall of 162 metres. This vessel is configured for containerized cargo transport operations. HF SPIRIT is classed by Nippon Kaiji Kyokai, which is an IACS member. The vessel has been observed in East Asia and South East Asia over recent periods. It has previously operated under two former names and one former flag state. Over the last 36 months it has had 11 port state control (PSC) inspections and no detentions. The most recent inspection was on 18 August 2026.
- Type: Container Ship
- Flag: Hong Kong, China
- Year built: 2002
- MMSI: 477238900
- Call sign: VRXV6
- Gross tonnage: 13267
- Deadweight: 18002 t
- Length overall: 162 m
- Beam: 26 m
- Port State Control (PSC) inspections: 70 since 2002
- PSC detentions in the last 36 months: 0
- Last PSC detention: 02/08/2016, Qingdao (Tokyo MoU)
- Last PSC inspection: 18/08/2026
- Registered owner: HF SPIRIT SHIPPING CO LTD INC (China)
- Ship manager · ISM manager: SITC SHIPS MANAGEMENT CO LTD (China)
- Last AIS position: 31°6.5′N · 123°6.2′E · Speed 10.8 kn · under way · received 13 October 2026 at 03:34 UTC
- Destination: Shanghai (SHA) (CN SHA) · ETA 13 October 2026 at 10:13 UTC (as broadcast by the vessel)
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Frequently asked questions
What is the vessel type and age of HF SPIRIT?
HF SPIRIT is a container ship built in 2002. It is currently in its 24th year of service.
What are the dimensions of HF SPIRIT?
The vessel has a length overall of 162 metres and a beam of 26 metres. It has a gross tonnage of 13,267 and a deadweight of 18,002 metric tonnes.
Which classification society maintains HF SPIRIT?
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 HF SPIRIT?
Over the last 36 months it has had 11 port state control (PSC) inspections and no detentions, with 18 deficiencies recorded. The most recent inspection was on 18 August 2026. All-time records show 70 inspections since 2002 and 1 detention. The most recent detention was on 2 August 2016.
Where has HF SPIRIT been operating recently?
The vessel has been observed in East Asia and South East Asia. These regions represent its most recent recorded geographic areas of operation.
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