KANG CHENG (IMO 9285017)
KANG CHENG 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 55,541 metric tonnes, a gross tonnage of 30,963, and a length overall of 189 metres. This size and type suggest its utility in regional bulk commodity transport. KANG CHENG is classed by China Classification Society, which is an IACS member. The vessel has been observed in the Mediterranean Sea, East Asia, South East Asia, and West Africa. It has previously operated under one former name and one former flag. Over the last 36 months it has had 12 port state control (PSC) inspections and no detentions. The most recent inspection was on 23 April 2026.
- Type: Bulk Carrier
- Flag: Hong Kong, China
- Year built: 2004
- MMSI: 477975000
- Call sign: VRZX3
- Gross tonnage: 30963
- Deadweight: 55541 t
- Length overall: 189 m
- Beam: 32 m
- Port State Control (PSC) inspections: 75 since 2004
- PSC detentions in the last 36 months: 0
- Last PSC inspection: 23/04/2026
- Registered owner: OCEANPLAN SHIPPING LTD (China)
- Ship manager: COSCO HK SHIPPING CO LTD (China)
- ISM manager: COSCO SHIPPING BULK CO LTD (China)
- Last AIS position: 10°29.3′N · 106°59.6′E · Speed 0.0 kn · moored · received 12 October 2026 at 22:18 UTC
- Destination: GO GIA
Frequently asked questions
What is the vessel type and age of KANG CHENG?
KANG CHENG is a Bulk Carrier built in 2004. It is currently in its 22nd year of service.
What are the dimensions of KANG CHENG?
The vessel has a length overall of 189 metres and a beam of 32 metres. It carries a deadweight tonnage of 55,541 metric tonnes.
Which classification society maintains KANG CHENG?
The vessel is classed by China Classification Society. This society is a member of the International Association of Classification Societies (IACS).
What is the PSC inspection history for this vessel?
Over the last 36 months it has had 12 port state control (PSC) inspections and no detentions; the deficiency count is reported for 10 of them. The most recent inspection was on 23 April 2026. All-time records show 75 inspections since 2004 and no detentions.
Where has KANG CHENG been recently observed?
The vessel has been seen in the Mediterranean Sea and West Africa. It has also been observed operating in East Asia and South East Asia.
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