WOOYANG FRIEND (IMO 9336373)
WOOYANG FRIEND is a Bulk Carrier built in 2007 and flying the Marshall Islands flag, placing it in its 19th year of service. The vessel reports a deadweight tonnage of 82,459, a gross tonnage of 43,158, and a length overall of 229 metres. This size and configuration is typical for bulk carriers engaged in regional dry bulk commodity transport. WOOYANG FRIEND is classed by DNV, which is an IACS member. The vessel has been observed in East Asia, Australia and New Zealand, and South East Asia over recent periods. It has previously operated under four different flags and has been registered under seven former names. Over the last 36 months it has had 6 port state control (PSC) inspections and no detentions. The most recent inspection was on 16 October 2025.
- Type: Bulk Carrier
- Flag: Marshall Islands
- Year built: 2007
- MMSI: 538007091
- Call sign: V7GA3
- Gross tonnage: 43158
- Deadweight: 82459 t
- Length overall: 229 m
- Beam: 32 m
- Home port: MAJURO
- Port State Control (PSC) inspections: 54 since 2007
- PSC detentions in the last 36 months: 0
- Last PSC detention: 31/08/2010, Baltimore, Maryland (US Coast Guard)
- Last PSC inspection: 16/10/2025
- Registered owner: KOREA TONNAGE NO 120 SHIPPING (South Korea)
- Ship manager: WOOYANG SHIPPING CO LTD (South Korea)
- Technical manager · ISM manager: KOREA SHIPMANAGERS CO LTD (South Korea)
- Last AIS position: 31°55.5′N · 120°13.8′E · Speed 10.1 kn · under way · received 23 September 2026 at 04:28 UTC
- Destination: Jiangyin (CN JGY)
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Frequently asked questions
What are the dimensions of WOOYANG FRIEND?
The vessel has a length overall of 229 metres and a beam of 32 metres. These dimensions support its operation as an 82,459 DWT bulk carrier.
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 output of 7 kW.
How many inspections has the vessel undergone?
Over the last 36 months it has had 6 port state control (PSC) inspections and no detentions, with 2 deficiencies recorded. The most recent inspection was on 16 October 2025. All-time records show 54 inspections since 2007 and 2 detentions. The most recent detention was on 31 August 2010.
What is the classification status of WOOYANG FRIEND?
The vessel is classed by DNV, which is an IACS member. Its current classification status is listed as Withdrawn.
Has the vessel changed names or flags before?
Yes, the vessel has a history of 7 former names. It has also operated under 4 different flags during its 19 years of service.
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