GNS HORIZON (IMO 9296248)
OCEAN LION is a Bulk Carrier built in 2005 and flying the Liberia flag, placing it in its 21st year of service. The vessel reports a deadweight tonnage of 75,656 metric tonnes and a gross tonnage of 38,877. This capacity is characteristic of mid-sized bulk carriers used in global dry bulk commodities transport. OCEAN LION is classed by Nippon Kaiji Kyokai, which is an IACS member. The vessel has been observed in East Africa, South Africa, East Asia, and along the North America West Coast. It has previously operated under two former names and two former flags. Over the last 36 months it has had 7 port state control (PSC) inspections and no detentions. The most recent inspection was on 10 August 2026.
- Type: Bulk Carrier
- Flag: Liberia
- Year built: 2005
- MMSI: 636014514
- Call sign: A8UK7
- Gross tonnage: 38877
- Deadweight: 75656 t
- Length overall: 225 m
- Beam: 32 m
- Port State Control (PSC) inspections: 58 since 2006
- PSC detentions in the last 36 months: 0
- Last PSC inspection: 10/08/2026
- Registered owner: KOREA TONNAGE NO 122 SHIPPING
- Ship manager: GNS SEOUL CO LTD (South Korea)
- ISM manager: TMS SHIPPING CO LTD (South Korea)
- Last AIS position: 37°41.4′N · 133°58.6′E · Speed 11.3 kn · under way · received 14 October 2026 at 14:30 UTC
- Destination: Vancouver (CA VAN) · ETA 30 October 2026 at 03:16 UTC (as broadcast by the vessel)
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Frequently asked questions
What is the vessel type and age of OCEAN LION?
OCEAN LION is a Bulk Carrier built in 2005. It is currently in its 21st year of service.
What are the tonnage specifications for OCEAN LION?
The vessel has a deadweight tonnage of 75,656 metric tonnes. Its gross tonnage is recorded at 38,877.
Which classification society manages OCEAN LION?
The vessel is classed by Nippon Kaiji Kyokai. This society is a member of the International Association of Classification Societies (IACS).
Where has OCEAN LION been recently observed?
The vessel has been active in East Africa, South Africa, and East Asia. It has also been observed along the North America West Coast.
What is the port-state control record for OCEAN LION?
Over the last 36 months it has had 7 port state control (PSC) inspections and no detentions, with 12 deficiencies recorded. The most recent inspection was on 10 August 2026. All-time records show 58 inspections since 2006 and no detentions.
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