RUI HUA (IMO 9278648)
RUI HUA is a Bulk Carrier built in 2003 and flying the Tuvalu flag, placing it in its 23rd year of service. The vessel reports a deadweight tonnage of 35,552 metric tonnes, a gross tonnage of 21,185, and a length overall of 178 metres. This vessel is configured for bulk cargo operations within mid-sized shipping segments. RUI HUA is classed by Nippon Kaiji Kyokai, which is an IACS member. The vessel has been observed in the Singapore Strait, South East Asia, and the Mediterranean Sea and West Africa regions. It has operated under four former flags and has been known by three former names. Over the last 36 months it has had 11 port state control (PSC) inspections and 2 detentions. The most recent inspection was on 14 December 2025.
- Type: Bulk Carrier
- Flag: Tuvalu
- Year built: 2003
- MMSI: 572911220
- Call sign: T2JM6
- Gross tonnage: 21185
- Deadweight: 35552 t
- Length overall: 178 m
- Beam: 28 m
- Port State Control (PSC) inspections: 85 since 2003
- PSC detentions in the last 36 months: 2
- Last PSC detention: 14/12/2025, Oran (Mediterranean MoU)
- Last PSC inspection: 14/12/2025
- Registered owner: RUIHUA SHIPPING CO LTD-MAI (China)
- Ship manager: GOLDMARINE LTD (China)
- Last AIS position: 22°58.8′N · 070°13.7′E · under way · received 10 October 2026 at 00:03 UTC
- Destination: DEENDAYAL
Frequently asked questions
What is the vessel type and age of RUI HUA?
RUI HUA is a Bulk Carrier built in 2003. It is currently in its 23rd year of service.
What are the dimensions of RUI HUA?
The vessel has a length overall of 178 metres and a beam of 28 metres. It carries a deadweight tonnage of 35,552 metric tonnes.
Which classification society maintains RUI HUA?
The vessel is classed by Nippon Kaiji Kyokai. This society is a member of the International Association of Classification Societies (IACS).
Where has RUI HUA been recently observed?
The vessel has been active in the Singapore Strait and South East Asia. It has also been recorded in the Mediterranean Sea and West Africa.
What is the PSC inspection history for RUI HUA?
Over the last 36 months it has had 11 port state control (PSC) inspections and 2 detentions; the deficiency count is reported for 10 of them. The most recent inspection was on 14 December 2025. All-time records show 85 inspections since 2003 and 6 detentions. The most recent detention was on 14 December 2025.
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