PHOENIX 8 (IMO 9303845)
PHOENIX 8 is a Bulk Carrier built in 2004 and flying the Hong Kong, China flag, placing it in its 22nd year of service. The vessel reports a deadweight tonnage of 177,036 metric tonnes, a gross tonnage of 89,543, and a length overall of 289 metres. This size and capacity are typical for bulk carriers engaged in international dry bulk commodity transport. PHOENIX 8 is classed by Registro Italiano Navale, which is an IACS member. The vessel has been observed in the Singapore Strait, East Africa, and East Asia over recent periods. It has previously operated under four different flag states and has been known by two former names. Over the last 36 months it has had 8 port state control (PSC) inspections and 1 detention. The most recent inspection was on 4 May 2026.
- Type: Bulk Carrier
- Flag: Hong Kong, China
- Year built: 2004
- MMSI: 477372200
- Call sign: VRSW4
- Gross tonnage: 89543
- Deadweight: 177036 t
- Length overall: 289 m
- Beam: 45 m
- Home port: HONG KONG - HK-5260
- Port State Control (PSC) inspections: 47 since 2004
- PSC detentions in the last 36 months: 1
- Last PSC detention: 09/06/2025, Kolkata (Indian Ocean MoU)
- Last PSC inspection: 04/05/2026
- Registered owner · Ship manager: KING CHOU OCEAN CO LTD (China)
- ISM manager: HONG KONG KING SHAN SHIP MGMT (China)
- Last AIS position: 9°35.5′N · 013°56.4′W · Speed 1.9 kn · under way · received 14 October 2026 at 05:06 UTC
- Destination: Conakry (GN CKY) · ETA 14 October 2026 at 06:36 UTC (as broadcast by the vessel)
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Frequently asked questions
What are the dimensions of PHOENIX 8?
The vessel has a length overall of 289 metres and a beam of 45 metres. These dimensions support its capacity as a large-scale bulk carrier.
What is the engine power of PHOENIX 8?
The main engine is rated at 16,860 kW. This power output is used to drive the vessel's propulsion systems for bulk cargo transport.
How many PSC inspections has the vessel undergone?
Over the last 36 months it has had 8 port state control (PSC) inspections and 1 detention, with 15 deficiencies recorded. The most recent inspection was on 4 May 2026. All-time records show 47 inspections since 2004 and 3 detentions. The most recent detention was on 9 June 2025.
What is the classification of PHOENIX 8?
The vessel is classed by Registro Italiano Navale, which is an IACS member. Its current classification status is listed as Delivered.
What is the deadweight tonnage of PHOENIX 8?
The vessel has a deadweight tonnage of 177,036 metric tonnes. It also maintains a gross tonnage of 89,543.
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