GREAT OCEAN (IMO 9278557)
GREAT OCEAN 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 171,012 metric tonnes and a gross tonnage of 87,597. This capacity is consistent with large-scale bulk commodity transport operations. China Classification Society, an IACS member, provides classification for the vessel, which currently holds a Reinstated status. Recent maritime activity has observed the vessel in the Malacca Strait, South Africa, and the South China Sea. It has previously operated under two former names and two different flag states. Over the last 36 months it has had 6 port state control (PSC) inspections and no detentions. The most recent inspection was on 3 May 2026.
- Type: Bulk Carrier
- Flag: Liberia
- Year built: 2003
- MMSI: 636019834
- Call sign: D5WJ6
- Gross tonnage: 87597
- Deadweight: 171012 t
- Port State Control (PSC) inspections: 50 since 2003
- PSC detentions in the last 36 months: 0
- Last PSC detention: 08/01/2021, Dampier (Indian Ocean MoU / Tokyo MoU)
- Last PSC inspection: 03/05/2026
- Registered owner: GR OCEAN SHIPPING LTD (China)
- Ship manager: YANGPU WEIHAI SHIPPING CO LTD (China)
- ISM manager: RONGCHANG SHIPPING CO LTD (China)
- Last AIS position: 32°4.2′S · 052°5.2′W · Speed 5.5 kn · received 1 October 2026 at 22:43 UTC
- Destination: To be nominated
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Frequently asked questions
What is the vessel type and age of GREAT OCEAN?
GREAT OCEAN is a Bulk Carrier built in 2003. It is currently in its 23rd year of service.
What are the deadweight and gross tonnage of the vessel?
The vessel has a deadweight tonnage of 171,012 metric tonnes. Its gross tonnage is recorded at 87,597.
Which classification society maintains GREAT OCEAN?
The vessel is classed by China Classification Society, which is an IACS member. Its current classification status is listed as Reinstated.
Where has GREAT OCEAN been recently observed?
The vessel has been observed in several regions, including the Malacca Strait and South Africa. It has also been recorded in the South China Sea and East Africa.
How many PSC inspections has the vessel undergone?
Over the last 36 months it has had 6 port state control (PSC) inspections and no detentions, with 12 deficiencies recorded. The most recent inspection was on 3 May 2026. All-time records show 50 inspections since 2003 and 2 detentions. The most recent detention was on 8 January 2021.
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