APJ SETHU (IMO 9317511)
APJ SETHU is a Bulk Carrier built in 2008 and flying the India flag, placing it in its 18th year of service. The vessel reports a deadweight tonnage of 82,372 metric tonnes, a gross tonnage of 42,665, and a length overall of 224.86 metres. This size and specification are typical for bulk carriers engaged in regional and international dry bulk commodity transport. APJ SETHU is classed by the Indian Register of Shipping, which is an IACS member. The vessel has been observed in South Asia, East Asia, South East Asia, and the Singapore Strait. It has operated under three former names and three different flag states throughout its history. Over the last 36 months it has had 3 port state control (PSC) inspections and no detentions. The most recent inspection was on 5 March 2024.
- Type: Bulk Carrier
- Flag: India
- Year built: 2008
- MMSI: 419001934
- Call sign: ATAH2
- Gross tonnage: 42665
- Deadweight: 82372 t
- Length overall: 224.86 m
- Beam: 32.26 m
- Home port: KOLKATA
- Port State Control (PSC) inspections: 70 since 2008
- PSC detentions in the last 36 months: 0
- Last PSC inspection: 05/03/2024
- Registered owner · Ship manager · ISM manager: APEEJAY SHIPPING LTD (India)
- Last AIS position: 17°42.1′N · 083°16.9′E · under way · received 3 October 2026 at 05:27 UTC
- Destination: Visakhapatnam (VTZ) (IN VTZ)
Frequently asked questions
What are the dimensions of APJ SETHU?
The vessel has a length overall of 224.86 metres and a beam of 32.26 metres. It operates with a maximum draught of 14.426 metres.
What type of engine does APJ SETHU use?
The vessel is powered by a MAN B & W 5S60MC-C main engine. This engine is rated at a power output of 9,378 kW.
What is the capacity of APJ SETHU?
The vessel has a deadweight tonnage of 82,372 metric tonnes. Its gross tonnage is recorded at 42,665.
Which classification society covers APJ SETHU?
The vessel is classed by the Indian Register of Shipping. This society is a recognized member of the International Association of Classification Societies (IACS).
How many inspections has the vessel undergone recently?
Over the last 36 months it has had 3 port state control (PSC) inspections and no detentions, with 2 deficiencies recorded. The most recent inspection was on 5 March 2024. All-time records show 70 inspections since 2008 and no detentions.
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