TJ VANDA (IMO 9284556)
TJ VANDA is a Bulk Carrier built in 2004 and flying the Hong Kong, China flag, placing it in its 22nd year of service. The vessel reports a deadweight tonnage of 52,686 metric tonnes and a gross tonnage of 29,398. At this capacity, it is configured for various dry bulk commodities and regional trade routes. TJ VANDA is classed by China Classification Society, which is an IACS member. The vessel has been observed in the Singapore Strait, West Africa, and East Africa over recent periods. It has previously operated under three different names and two different flag states. Over the last 36 months it has had 13 port state control (PSC) inspections and no detentions. The most recent inspection was on 5 October 2026.
- Type: Bulk Carrier
- Flag: Hong Kong, China
- Year built: 2004
- MMSI: 477717700
- Call sign: VRUD8
- Gross tonnage: 29398
- Deadweight: 52686 t
- Length overall: 189 m
- Beam: 32 m
- Port State Control (PSC) inspections: 62 since 2005
- PSC detentions in the last 36 months: 0
- Last PSC detention: 01/12/2014, Kwinana (Indian Ocean MoU / Tokyo MoU)
- Last PSC inspection: 05/10/2026
- Registered owner · Ship manager: TJ STAR SHIPPING CO LTD (China)
- ISM manager: SILVER TOP SHIPPING CO LTD (China)
- Last AIS position: 2°0.2′S · 009°33.9′W · Speed 12.4 kn · under way · received 10 October 2026 at 12:37 UTC
- Destination: Santos (BR SSZ) · ETA 16 November 2026 at 17:06 UTC (as broadcast by the vessel)
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Frequently asked questions
What is the vessel type and age of TJ VANDA?
TJ VANDA is a Bulk Carrier built in 2004. It is currently in its 22nd year of service.
What are the tonnage specifications for TJ VANDA?
The vessel has a deadweight tonnage of 52,686 metric tonnes. Its gross tonnage is recorded at 29,398.
Which classification society maintains TJ VANDA?
The vessel is classed by China Classification Society. This society is a recognized member of the International Association of Classification Societies (IACS).
Where has TJ VANDA been recently observed?
The vessel has been recorded in the Singapore Strait and along the coasts of West Africa and East Africa. These regions represent its recent geographic operational areas.
What is the port-state control history for TJ VANDA?
Over the last 36 months it has had 13 port state control (PSC) inspections and no detentions, with 6 deficiencies recorded. The most recent inspection was on 5 October 2026. All-time records show 62 inspections since 2005 and 1 detention. The most recent detention was on 1 December 2014.
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