CHENG HE (IMO 9304629)
CHENG HE is a Crude Oil Tanker built in 2007 and flying the Cameroon flag, placing it in its 19th year of service. The vessel reports a deadweight tonnage of 159,395, a gross tonnage of 83,722, and a beam of 50 metres. This size and type indicate its role in the global transport of crude oil products. CHENG HE is classed by the Russian Maritime Register of Shipping, which is an IACS member. The vessel has been observed in South Asia, the Mediterranean Sea, and West Europe over recent periods. It has previously operated under 11 different flags and has been known by 4 former names. Over the last 36 months it has had 4 port state control (PSC) inspections and 1 detention. The most recent inspection was on 23 September 2025.
- Type: Crude Oil Tanker
- Flag: Sierra leone
- Year built: 2007
- MMSI: 667002010
- Call sign: 9LU2813
- Gross tonnage: 83722
- Deadweight: 159395 t
- Beam: 50 m
- Home port: Freetown
- Port State Control (PSC) inspections: 30 since 2008
- PSC detentions in the last 36 months: 1
- Last PSC detention: 19/09/2025, Zhoushan (Tokyo MoU)
- Last PSC inspection: 23/09/2025
- Registered owner: CHENGHE SHIPPING LTD (China)
- Ship manager · ISM manager: SHUNYUAN SHIPMANAGEMENT CO LTD (China)
- Last AIS position: 35°6.2′N · 119°24.8′E · Speed 0.1 kn · under way · received 14 October 2026 at 02:33 UTC
- Destination: Zarubino (RU ZAR)
Frequently asked questions
What is the vessel type and age of CHENG HE?
CHENG HE is a Crude Oil Tanker built in 2007. It is currently in its 19th year of service.
What are the dimensions of CHENG HE?
The vessel has a beam of 50 metres and a maximum draught of 16.11 metres. It carries a deadweight tonnage of 159,395 metric tonnes.
Which classification society manages CHENG HE?
The vessel is classed by the Russian Maritime Register of Shipping. 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 4 port state control (PSC) inspections and 1 detention, with 14 deficiencies recorded. The most recent inspection was on 23 September 2025. All-time records show 30 inspections since 2008 and 1 detention. The most recent detention was on 19 September 2025.
Where has CHENG HE been recently observed?
The vessel has been recorded in South Asia, the Mediterranean Sea, and West Europe. It has also been observed in East Asia.
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