HAPPY TRADER (IMO 9283837)
HAPPY TRADER is a Bulk Carrier built in 2004 and flying the Panama flag, placing it in its 22nd year of service. The vessel reports a deadweight tonnage of 28,371 metric tonnes and a gross tonnage of 16,954. This size and type suggest it is configured for regional bulk commodity transport. Classification is provided by Bureau Veritas, which is an IACS member. The vessel has been observed in South Asia, South East Asia, and East Asia over recent periods. It has operated under four former flags and has been registered under three former names. Over the last 36 months it has had 6 port state control (PSC) inspections and no detentions. The most recent inspection was on 2 January 2026.
- Type: Bulk Carrier
- Flag: Panama
- Year built: 2004
- MMSI: 351467000
- Call sign: 3FFL2
- Gross tonnage: 16954
- Deadweight: 28371 t
- Port State Control (PSC) inspections: 80 since 2004
- PSC detentions in the last 36 months: 0
- Last PSC detention: 15/08/2007, Cape Town (Indian Ocean MoU)
- Last PSC inspection: 02/01/2026
- Registered owner · Ship manager · ISM manager: HK LINE CO LTD (Vietnam)
- Last AIS position: 35°33.8′N · 139°59.1′E · Speed 0.0 kn · at anchor · received 11 October 2026 at 05:46 UTC
- Destination: Chiba (JP CHB)
Frequently asked questions
What is the vessel type and age of HAPPY TRADER?
HAPPY TRADER is a Bulk Carrier built in 2004. It is currently in its 22nd year of service.
What are the capacity specifications for this vessel?
The vessel has a deadweight tonnage of 28,371 metric tonnes. Its gross tonnage is recorded at 16,954.
Which classification society is associated with HAPPY TRADER?
The vessel is classed by Bureau Veritas, which is an IACS member. Its current classification status is listed as Withdrawn.
How many port-state inspections has the vessel undergone?
Over the last 36 months it has had 6 port state control (PSC) inspections and no detentions, with 14 deficiencies recorded. The most recent inspection was on 2 January 2026. All-time records show 80 inspections since 2004 and 1 detention. The most recent detention was on 15 August 2007.
What is the flag history of the vessel?
The vessel currently flies the Panama flag. Throughout its history, it has operated under 4 different flags.
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