KMTC HOCHIMINH (IMO 9314923)
KMTC HOCHIMINH is a Container Ship 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 39,295, a gross tonnage of 28,927, and a length overall of 220 metres. This vessel is configured for containerized cargo transport within regional trade routes. KMTC HOCHIMINH is classed by DNV, which is an IACS member. The vessel has been observed in the Java Sea, the Singapore Strait, and across East Asia over recent periods. It has been registered under six former names and has operated under three different flag states. Over the last 36 months it has had 10 port state control (PSC) inspections and no detentions. The most recent inspection was on 25 July 2026.
- Type: Container Ship
- Flag: Korea (Republic of)
- Year built: 2005
- MMSI: 440147000
- Call sign: D7BM
- Gross tonnage: 28927
- Deadweight: 39295 t
- Length overall: 220 m
- Beam: 30 m
- Home port: JEJU
- Port State Control (PSC) inspections: 69 since 2005
- PSC detentions in the last 36 months: 0
- Last PSC detention: 22/06/2015, Brisbane (Tokyo MoU)
- Last PSC inspection: 25/07/2026
- Registered owner · Ship manager: KOREA MARINE TRANSPORT CO LTD (South Korea)
- Technical manager · ISM manager: KMTC SHIP MANAGEMENT CO LTD (South Korea)
- Last AIS position: 27°1.4′N · 122°13.7′E · Speed 17.5 kn · under way · received 17 October 2026 at 10:54 UTC
- Destination: Hong Kong (HK HKG) · ETA 19 October 2026 at 03:32 UTC (as broadcast by the vessel)
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Frequently asked questions
What are the dimensions of KMTC HOCHIMINH?
The vessel has a length overall of 220 metres and a beam of 30 metres. These dimensions support its role as a container ship with a gross tonnage of 28,927.
What is the engine specification for this vessel?
The main engine is a 1D: 2 SA 7 CY type. It is rated at a power of 7 kW.
How many inspections has the vessel undergone recently?
Over the last 36 months it has had 10 port state control (PSC) inspections and no detentions, with 12 deficiencies recorded. The most recent inspection was on 25 July 2026. All-time records show 69 inspections since 2005 and 6 detentions. The most recent detention was on 22 June 2015.
What is the classification status of KMTC HOCHIMINH?
The vessel is classed by DNV, which is an IACS member. Its current classification status is listed as Withdrawn.
Where has the vessel been operating recently?
The vessel has been observed in the Java Sea and the Singapore Strait. It has also been active throughout East Asia and South East Asia.
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