XIANG TIGER (IMO 9279599)
XIANG TIGER is a Bulk Carrier built in 2003 and flying the Marshall Islands flag, placing it in its 23rd year of service. The vessel reports a deadweight tonnage of 53,553 metric tonnes, a gross tonnage of 29,979, and a length overall of 190 metres. This size and type suggest its utility in regional and international bulk commodity transport. XIANG TIGER is classed by Nippon Kaiji Kyokai, which is an IACS member. The vessel has been observed in the Java Sea and Makassar Strait, the Mediterranean Sea and North Europe, and West Africa. It has previously operated under four different names and three different flag states. Over the last 36 months it has had 9 port state control (PSC) inspections and no detentions. The most recent inspection was on 3 September 2025.
- Type: Bulk Carrier
- Flag: Marshall Islands
- Year built: 2003
- MMSI: 538007117
- Call sign: V7VW7
- Gross tonnage: 29979
- Deadweight: 53553 t
- Length overall: 190 m
- Beam: 32 m
- Port State Control (PSC) inspections: 65 since 2003
- PSC detentions in the last 36 months: 0
- Last PSC detention: 14/09/2016, Balikpapan (Tokyo MoU)
- Last PSC inspection: 03/09/2025
- Registered owner: GRAND SINO GROUP HOLDING LTD (China)
- Ship manager: XINFENG HK SHIPPING CO LTD (China)
- ISM manager: SAILING INT'L SHIPPING MGMT (China)
- Last AIS position: 21°30.1′N · 039°3.5′E · Speed 3.2 kn · received 30 September 2026 at 00:08 UTC
- Destination: To be nominated
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Frequently asked questions
What is the vessel type and age of XIANG TIGER?
XIANG TIGER is a Bulk Carrier built in 2003. It is currently in its 23rd year of service.
What are the dimensions of XIANG TIGER?
The vessel has a length overall of 190 metres and a beam of 32 metres. It possesses a deadweight tonnage of 53,553 metric tonnes.
Which classification society maintains XIANG TIGER?
The vessel is classed by Nippon Kaiji Kyokai. This society is a member of the International Association of Classification Societies (IACS).
Where has XIANG TIGER been recently observed?
The vessel has been seen in the Java Sea and Makassar Strait, the Mediterranean Sea and North Europe, and West Africa. These observations cover various global trading routes.
What is the PSC inspection history for XIANG TIGER?
Over the last 36 months it has had 9 port state control (PSC) inspections and no detentions, with 14 deficiencies recorded. The most recent inspection was on 3 September 2025. All-time records show 65 inspections since 2003 and 1 detention. The most recent detention was on 14 September 2016.
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