MINGFA (IMO 9286566)
MINGFA is a Bulk Carrier built in 2005 and flying the Marshall Islands flag, placing it in its 21st year of service. The vessel reports a deadweight tonnage of 82,849, a gross tonnage of 42,895, and no length overall is specified. This vessel is configured for bulk cargo transport operations. MINGFA is classed by Nippon Kaiji Kyokai, which is an IACS member. The vessel has been observed in the Makassar Strait, East Asia, and South East Asia. It has previously operated under two former names and one former flag. Over the last 36 months it has had 7 port state control (PSC) inspections and no detentions. The most recent inspection was on 5 May 2026.
- Type: Bulk Carrier
- Flag: Marshall Islands
- Year built: 2005
- MMSI: 538002459
- Call sign: V7IV8
- Gross tonnage: 42895
- Deadweight: 82849 t
- Port State Control (PSC) inspections: 51 since 2005
- PSC detentions in the last 36 months: 0
- Last PSC inspection: 05/05/2026
- Registered owner · Ship manager: MINGFA SHIPPING HAINAN LTD (China)
- ISM manager: MANILA SHIPPING CO LTD (China)
- Last AIS position: 32°37.9′N · 126°42.0′E · Speed 10.0 kn · under way · received 11 October 2026 at 12:24 UTC
- Destination: Zhoushan (CN ZOS) · ETA 12 October 2026 at 16:48 UTC (as broadcast by the vessel)
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Frequently asked questions
What is the vessel type and age of MINGFA?
MINGFA is a Bulk Carrier built in 2005. It is currently in its 21st year of service.
What are the capacity specifications for MINGFA?
The vessel has a deadweight tonnage of 82,849 metric tonnes. Its gross tonnage is recorded at 42,895.
Which classification society maintains MINGFA?
The vessel is classed by Nippon Kaiji Kyokai. This society is a member of the International Association of Classification Societies (IACS).
Where has MINGFA been recently observed?
The vessel has been active in the Makassar Strait and throughout South East Asia. It has also been recorded in East Asian waters.
What is the PSC inspection history for MINGFA?
Over the last 36 months it has had 7 port state control (PSC) inspections and no detentions, with 8 deficiencies recorded. The most recent inspection was on 5 May 2026. All-time records show 51 inspections since 2005 and no detentions.
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