NHK FORTUNE (IMO 9397717)
NHK FORTUNE is a Bulk Carrier built in 2009 and flying the Panama flag, placing it in its 17th year of service. The vessel reports a deadweight tonnage of 18,966 metric tonnes and a gross tonnage of 11,743. This vessel is configured for bulk cargo operations within its specific tonnage class. NHK FORTUNE is classed by the China Corporation Register of Shipping, which is an IACS member. The vessel has been observed in the Singapore Strait, South Asia, and South East Asia. It has previously operated under two former names and one former flag. Over the last 36 months it has had 12 port state control (PSC) inspections and no detentions. The most recent inspection was on 20 April 2026.
- Type: Bulk Carrier
- Flag: Panama
- Year built: 2009
- MMSI: 370434000
- Call sign: 3FQO8
- Gross tonnage: 11743
- Deadweight: 18966 t
- Port State Control (PSC) inspections: 59 since 2009
- PSC detentions in the last 36 months: 0
- Last PSC detention: 03/08/2015, Onomichi (Tokyo MoU)
- Last PSC inspection: 20/04/2026
- Registered owner · Ship manager · ISM manager: NHK SHIPPING CO LTD (Vietnam)
- Last AIS position: 22°9.2′N · 091°47.6′E · Speed 10.3 kn · under way · received 11 October 2026 at 20:28 UTC
- Destination: Chattogram (BD CGP)
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Frequently asked questions
What is the vessel type and age of NHK FORTUNE?
NHK FORTUNE is a Bulk Carrier built in 2009. It is currently in its 17th year of service.
What are the tonnage specifications for NHK FORTUNE?
The vessel has a deadweight tonnage of 18,966 metric tonnes. Its gross tonnage is recorded at 11,743.
Which classification society is associated with this vessel?
The vessel is classed by the China Corporation Register of Shipping. This society is a member of the International Association of Classification Societies (IACS).
Where has NHK FORTUNE been recently observed?
The vessel has been observed in the Singapore Strait and throughout South East Asia. It has also been recorded in the South Asia region.
What is the port-state control history for NHK FORTUNE?
Over the last 36 months it has had 12 port state control (PSC) inspections and no detentions, with 11 deficiencies recorded. The most recent inspection was on 20 April 2026. All-time records show 59 inspections since 2009 and 2 detentions. The most recent detention was on 3 August 2015.
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