SJ ASIA (IMO 9304538)
SJ ASIA is a Bulk Carrier built in 2005 and flying the Korea (Republic of) flag, placing it in its 21st year of service. The vessel reports a deadweight tonnage of 177,477 metric tonnes, a gross tonnage of 88,494, and a length overall of 289 metres. This size and capacity are characteristic of large-scale bulk commodity transport. SJ ASIA is classed by Nippon Kaiji Kyokai, which is an IACS member. The vessel has been observed in the Malacca Strait, the South China Sea, and the South Atlantic region. It has previously operated under four different names and three different flag states. Over the last 36 months it has had 13 port state control (PSC) inspections and no detentions. The most recent inspection was on 31 July 2026.
- Type: Bulk Carrier
- Flag: Korea (Republic of)
- Year built: 2005
- MMSI: 440467000
- Call sign: D7MD
- Gross tonnage: 88494
- Deadweight: 177477 t
- Length overall: 289 m
- Beam: 45 m
- Home port: JEJU
- Port State Control (PSC) inspections: 63 since 2005
- PSC detentions in the last 36 months: 0
- Last PSC inspection: 31/07/2026
- Registered owner · Ship manager: SAMJOO MARITIME CO LTD (South Korea)
- Technical manager · ISM manager: SAMJOO SM CO LTD (South Korea)
- Last AIS position: 23°49.4′S · 151°14.8′E · Speed 0.0 kn · moored · received 11 October 2026 at 09:02 UTC
- Destination: Gladstone (AU GLT)
Frequently asked questions
What are the dimensions of SJ ASIA?
The vessel has a length overall of 289 metres and a beam of 45 metres. These dimensions support its operation as a large bulk carrier.
What is the engine specification for SJ ASIA?
The main engine is a 1D: 2 SA 6 CY type. It is rated at a power of 6 kW.
How many inspections has the vessel undergone?
Over the last 36 months it has had 13 port state control (PSC) inspections and no detentions, with 15 deficiencies recorded. The most recent inspection was on 31 July 2026. All-time records show 63 inspections since 2005 and no detentions.
What is the classification status of SJ ASIA?
The vessel is classed by Nippon Kaiji Kyokai, which is an IACS member. Its current classification status is listed as Withdrawn.
What is the vessel's capacity?
The vessel has a deadweight tonnage of 177,477 metric tonnes. Its gross tonnage is recorded at 88,494.
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