SAMC TRANSPORTER (IMO 9355159)
SAMC TRANSPORTER is a Bulk Carrier built in 2006 and flying the Panama flag, placing it in its 20th year of service. The vessel reports a deadweight tonnage of 206,306 metric tonnes, a gross tonnage of 104,768, and a length overall of 300 metres. At this scale, the vessel is configured for large-scale bulk commodity transport. SAMC TRANSPORTER is classed by Nippon Kaiji Kyokai, which is an IACS member. The vessel has been observed in East Asia, South East Asia, and South Africa over recent periods. It has operated under two former names and one previous flag state. Over the last 36 months it has had 4 port state control (PSC) inspections and no detentions. The most recent inspection was on 9 March 2026.
- Type: Bulk Carrier
- Flag: Bahamas
- Year built: 2006
- MMSI: 311002263
- Call sign: C6LH6
- Gross tonnage: 104768
- Deadweight: 206306 t
- Length overall: 300 m
- Beam: 50 m
- Port State Control (PSC) inspections: 49 since 2006
- PSC detentions in the last 36 months: 0
- Last PSC detention: 14/10/2015, Newcastle (Indian Ocean MoU / Tokyo MoU)
- Last PSC inspection: 09/03/2026
- Registered owner: HUIXING TIANJIN SHPG LEASING (China)
- Ship manager: SAMC SHIPPING ASSET MGMT HK CO (China)
- ISM manager: COSCO WALLEM SHIP MANAGEMENT (China)
- Last AIS position: 31°39.3′S · 034°29.0′E · Speed 11.2 kn · under way · received 12 October 2026 at 14:33 UTC
- Destination: Boffa (GN BFA) · ETA 26 October 2026 at 16:00 UTC (as broadcast by the vessel)
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Frequently asked questions
What is the vessel type and age of SAMC TRANSPORTER?
SAMC TRANSPORTER is a Bulk Carrier built in 2006. It is currently in its 20th year of service.
What are the dimensions of SAMC TRANSPORTER?
The vessel has a length overall of 300 metres and a beam of 50 metres. It possesses a deadweight tonnage of 206,306 metric tonnes.
Which classification society manages SAMC TRANSPORTER?
The vessel is classed by Nippon Kaiji Kyokai. 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 no detentions, with 7 deficiencies recorded. The most recent inspection was on 9 March 2026. All-time records show 49 inspections since 2006 and 1 detention. The most recent detention was on 14 October 2015.
Where has SAMC TRANSPORTER been recently observed?
The vessel has been active in East Asia, South East Asia, and South Africa. These regions represent its most recent recorded geographic areas of operation.
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