SM HEDLAND (IMO 9397743)
SM HEDLAND is a Bulk Carrier built in 2009 and flying the Marshall Islands flag, placing it in its 17th year of service. The vessel reports a deadweight tonnage of 177,974 metric tonnes and a gross tonnage of 91,836. At this capacity, it is configured for significant dry bulk transport operations. SM HEDLAND is classed by the Korean Register, which is an IACS member. The vessel has been observed in the Singapore Strait, East Africa, and South East Asia over recent periods. It has previously operated under two former names and two different flag states. Over the last 36 months it has had 6 port state control (PSC) inspections and no detentions. The most recent inspection was on 11 May 2026.
- Type: Bulk Carrier
- Flag: Marshall Islands
- Year built: 2009
- MMSI: 538008098
- Call sign: V7BW6
- Gross tonnage: 91836
- Deadweight: 177974 t
- Length overall: 292 m
- Beam: 45 m
- Home port: MAJURO
- Port State Control (PSC) inspections: 47 since 2010
- PSC detentions in the last 36 months: 0
- Last PSC inspection: 11/05/2026
- Registered owner: KOREA TONNAGE NO 47 SHIPPING (South Korea)
- Ship manager: KOREA SHIPPING CORP (South Korea)
- Technical manager: KLCSM CO., LTD
- ISM manager: KLC SM CO LTD (South Korea)
- Last AIS position: 21°11.0′S · 149°23.7′E · Speed 0.1 kn · at anchor · received 16 October 2026 at 11:15 UTC
- Destination: Lianyungang (LYG) (CN LYG)
Frequently asked questions
What is the vessel type and age of SM HEDLAND?
SM HEDLAND is a Bulk Carrier built in 2009. It is currently in its 17th year of service.
What are the capacity specifications for SM HEDLAND?
The vessel has a deadweight tonnage of 177,974 metric tonnes. Its gross tonnage is recorded at 91,836.
Which classification society manages SM HEDLAND?
The vessel is classed by the Korean Register. This society is a recognized 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 6 port state control (PSC) inspections and no detentions, with 14 deficiencies recorded. The most recent inspection was on 11 May 2026. All-time records show 47 inspections since 2010 and no detentions.
Where has SM HEDLAND been recently observed?
The vessel has been tracked in several regions including the Singapore Strait and East Africa. It has also been observed near Australia and New Zealand.
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