CHIN SHAN (IMO 9290268)
CHIN SHAN is a Bulk Carrier built in 2004 and flying the Marshall Islands flag, placing it in its 22nd year of service. The vessel reports a deadweight tonnage of 175,569 metric tonnes, a gross tonnage of 91,166, and a length overall of 289 metres. At this scale, the vessel is configured for significant dry bulk cargo operations. CHIN SHAN is classed by the American Bureau of Shipping, which is a member of the International Association of Classification Societies. The vessel has been observed in Australia and New Zealand, East Asia and South East Asia, and West Africa. It has previously operated under one former name and two former flags. Over the last 36 months it has had 2 port state control (PSC) inspections and no detentions. The most recent inspection was on 31 December 2025.
- Type: Bulk Carrier
- Flag: Marshall Islands
- Year built: 2004
- MMSI: 538012526
- Call sign: V7B2984
- Gross tonnage: 91166
- Deadweight: 175569 t
- Length overall: 289 m
- Beam: 45 m
- Port State Control (PSC) inspections: 40 since 2005
- PSC detentions in the last 36 months: 0
- Last PSC inspection: 31/12/2025
- Registered owner: BRIGHTON SHIPPING INC
- Ship manager · ISM manager: SINCERE NAVIGATION CORP-CHT
- Last AIS position: 26°45.2′S · 014°41.9′E · Speed 11.8 kn · under way · received 19 September 2026 at 01:59 UTC
- Destination: Walvis Bay (NA WVB) · ETA 20 September 2026 at 00:30 UTC (as broadcast by the vessel)
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Frequently asked questions
What is the vessel type and age of CHIN SHAN?
CHIN SHAN is a Bulk Carrier built in 2004. It is currently in its 22nd year of service.
What are the dimensions and capacity of CHIN SHAN?
The vessel has a deadweight tonnage of 175,569 metric tonnes and a gross tonnage of 91,166. Its length overall is 289 metres with a beam of 45 metres.
Which classification society manages CHIN SHAN?
The vessel is classed by the American Bureau of Shipping. This society is a member of the International Association of Classification Societies (IACS).
Where has CHIN SHAN been recently observed?
The vessel has been observed in Australia and New Zealand, East Asia and South East Asia, and West Africa. These regions represent its recent operational footprint.
What is the port-state control record for CHIN SHAN?
Over the last 36 months it has had 2 port state control (PSC) inspections and no detentions, with no deficiencies recorded. The most recent inspection was on 31 December 2025. All-time records show 40 inspections since 2005 and no detentions.
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