CETUS BOTTLENOSE (IMO 9326328)
CETUS BOTTLENOSE is a Bulk Carrier built in 2005 and flying the Hong Kong, China flag, placing it in its 21st year of service. The vessel reports a deadweight tonnage of 18,828 metric tonnes and a gross tonnage of 11,751. This size profile is characteristic of smaller bulk carriers used for regional cargo distribution. CETUS BOTTLENOSE is classed by Nippon Kaiji Kyokai, which is an IACS member. The vessel has been observed in the Singapore Strait, East Asia, and South East Asia. It has operated under four former names and four different flag states throughout its history. Over the last 36 months it has had 17 port state control (PSC) inspections and no detentions. The most recent inspection was on 9 October 2026.
- Type: Bulk Carrier
- Flag: Marshall Islands
- Year built: 2005
- MMSI: 538012504
- Call sign: V7B2951
- Gross tonnage: 11751
- Deadweight: 18828 t
- Length overall: 140 m
- Beam: 25 m
- Port State Control (PSC) inspections: 95 since 2005
- PSC detentions in the last 36 months: 0
- Last PSC detention: 31/01/2017, Port Alma (Indian Ocean MoU / Tokyo MoU)
- Last PSC inspection: 09/10/2026
- Registered owner: CETUS BOTTLENOSE SHIPPING MI (Marshall Islands)
- Ship manager: CETUS MARITIME ASIA PTE LTD
- ISM manager: CETUS MARITIME SHANGHAI LTD (China)
- Last AIS position: 49°9.3′N · 067°12.5′W · Speed 8.5 kn · under way · received 14 October 2026 at 11:29 UTC
- Destination: To be nominated
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Frequently asked questions
What is the vessel type and age of CETUS BOTTLENOSE?
CETUS BOTTLENOSE is a Bulk Carrier. It was built in 2005 and is currently in its 21st year of service.
What are the capacity specifications for CETUS BOTTLENOSE?
The vessel has a deadweight tonnage of 18,828 metric tonnes. Its gross tonnage is recorded at 11,751.
Which classification society manages CETUS BOTTLENOSE?
The vessel is classed by Nippon Kaiji Kyokai. This society is a member of the International Association of Classification Societies (IACS).
What is the port-state control history for this vessel?
Over the last 36 months it has had 17 port state control (PSC) inspections and no detentions, with 23 deficiencies recorded. The most recent inspection was on 9 October 2026. All-time records show 95 inspections since 2005 and 4 detentions. The most recent detention was on 31 January 2017.
Where has CETUS BOTTLENOSE been recently observed?
The vessel has been active in the Singapore Strait and throughout East Asia. It has also been observed in South East Asian waters.
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