SPRING MOTA (IMO 9302334)
SPRING MOTA is a General Cargo Ship built in 2004 and flying the Hong Kong, China flag, placing it in its 22nd year of service. The vessel has a deadweight tonnage of 13,276 metric tonnes, a gross tonnage of 9,582, and a length overall of 120 metres. This size and type suggest it is configured for versatile cargo operations across regional trade routes. SPRING MOTA is classed by Nippon Kaiji Kyokai, which is an IACS member. The vessel has been observed in East Africa, South East Asia, and East Asia over recent periods. It has previously operated under two former names and two different flag states. Over the last 36 months it has had 6 port state control (PSC) inspections and no detentions. The most recent inspection was on 26 May 2026.
- Type: General Cargo Ship
- Flag: Hong Kong, China
- Year built: 2004
- MMSI: 477045700
- Call sign: VRQU8
- Gross tonnage: 9582
- Deadweight: 13276 t
- Length overall: 120 m
- Beam: 21 m
- Port State Control (PSC) inspections: 59 since 2004
- PSC detentions in the last 36 months: 0
- Last PSC detention: 15/02/2015, Shenzhen (Tokyo MoU)
- Last PSC inspection: 26/05/2026
- Registered owner: SPRING MOTA SHIPPING HK LTD (China)
- Ship manager · ISM manager: DALIAN CHUN AN SHIP MGMT CO (China)
- Last AIS position: 29°47.5′N · 122°56.9′E · Speed 10.0 kn · under way · received 10 October 2026 at 02:11 UTC
- Destination: Ningbo-Zhoushan (NBO) (CN NBO)
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Frequently asked questions
What is the vessel type and age of SPRING MOTA?
SPRING MOTA is a General Cargo Ship built in 2004. It is currently in its 22nd year of service.
What are the dimensions of SPRING MOTA?
The vessel has a length overall of 120 metres and a beam of 21 metres. It carries a deadweight tonnage of 13,276 metric tonnes.
Which classification society manages SPRING MOTA?
The vessel is classed by Nippon Kaiji Kyokai. 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 6 port state control (PSC) inspections and no detentions, with no deficiencies recorded. The most recent inspection was on 26 May 2026. All-time records show 59 inspections since 2004 and 2 detentions. The most recent detention was on 15 February 2015.
Where has SPRING MOTA been operating recently?
The vessel has been observed in East Africa, South East Asia, and East Asia. These regions represent its most recent recorded geographic areas of operation.
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