BAO EXPRESS (IMO 9301720)
BAO EXPRESS is a Bulk Carrier built in 2005 and flying the Hong Kong, China flag, placing it in its 21st year of service. The vessel reports a deadweight tonnage of 55,317, a gross tonnage of 31,264, and a length overall of 189.9 metres. This vessel is configured for bulk cargo operations within a mid-sized tonnage class. BAO EXPRESS is classed by DNV, which is a member of the International Association of Classification Societies (IACS). The vessel has been observed in East Asia, South East Asia, and the Australia and New Zealand region. It has previously operated under 4 different flags and 3 former names. Over the last 36 months it has had 8 port state control (PSC) inspections and no detentions. The most recent inspection was on 28 October 2025.
- Type: Bulk Carrier
- Flag: Hong Kong, China
- Year built: 2005
- MMSI: 477228200
- Call sign: VRXQ9
- Gross tonnage: 31264
- Deadweight: 55317 t
- Length overall: 189.9 m
- Beam: 32.26 m
- Home port: HONG KONG
- Port State Control (PSC) inspections: 64 since 2005
- PSC detentions in the last 36 months: 0
- Last PSC inspection: 28/10/2025
- Registered owner: JADE OCEAN MARINE PTE LTD
- Ship manager · ISM manager: HUBEI QINTAI SHIPPING CO LTD (China)
- Last AIS position: 34°44.9′N · 119°26.7′E · Speed 11.7 kn · under way · received 9 October 2026 at 09:20 UTC
- Destination: Lianyungang (LYG) (CN LYG)
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Frequently asked questions
What are the dimensions of BAO EXPRESS?
The vessel has a length overall of 189.9 metres and a beam of 32.26 metres. It operates with a maximum draught of 12.5 metres.
What is the cargo capacity of BAO EXPRESS?
The vessel has a deadweight tonnage of 55,317 metric tonnes. Its gross tonnage is recorded at 31,264.
Which classification society maintains BAO EXPRESS?
The vessel is classed by DNV, which is an IACS member. Its current classification status is listed as Reinstated.
How many inspections has the vessel undergone recently?
Over the last 36 months it has had 8 port state control (PSC) inspections and no detentions, with 11 deficiencies recorded. The most recent inspection was on 28 October 2025. All-time records show 64 inspections since 2005 and no detentions.
Where has BAO EXPRESS been operating?
The vessel has been observed in East Asia, South East Asia, and the Australia and New Zealand region. These areas represent its most recent geographic activity.
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