IMPERIUS (IMO 9403504)
IMPERIUS is a Bulk Carrier built in 2011 and flying the Portugal (MAR) flag, placing it in its 15th year of service. The vessel reports a deadweight tonnage of 179,062 metric tonnes and a gross tonnage of 93,196. This capacity indicates a large-scale bulk carrier configuration suitable for global dry bulk commodities. IMPERIUS is classed by Bureau Veritas, which is a member of the International Association of Classification Societies (IACS). The vessel has been observed in the Malacca Strait, South Africa, and the East Coast of South America. It has previously operated under one former name and two former flags. Over the last 36 months it has had 2 port state control (PSC) inspections and no detentions. The most recent inspection was on 20 October 2025.
- Type: Bulk Carrier
- Flag: Portugal (MAR)
- Year built: 2011
- MMSI: 255915760
- Call sign: CQ2218
- Gross tonnage: 93196
- Deadweight: 179062 t
- Port State Control (PSC) inspections: 20 since 2011
- PSC detentions in the last 36 months: 0
- Last PSC detention: 04/09/2018, Port Hedland (Indian Ocean MoU / Tokyo MoU)
- Last PSC inspection: 20/10/2025
- Registered owner: HUIWEN TIANJIN SHIPPING (Greece)
- Ship manager · ISM manager: ENTERPRISES SHIPPING & TRADING (Greece)
- Last AIS position: 29°46.6′N · 122°4.1′E · Speed 0.7 kn · under way · received 10 October 2026 at 17:39 UTC
- Destination: Zhoushan (CN ZOS)
Frequently asked questions
What is the vessel type and age of IMPERIUS?
IMPERIUS is a Bulk Carrier built in 2011. It is currently in its 15th year of service.
What are the tonnage specifications for IMPERIUS?
The vessel has a deadweight tonnage of 179,062 metric tonnes. Its gross tonnage is recorded at 93,196.
Which classification society maintains IMPERIUS?
The vessel is classed by Bureau Veritas, which is an IACS member. Its current classification status is Reinstated.
Where has IMPERIUS been recently observed?
The vessel has been observed in several regions including the Malacca Strait and the South Africa coast. It has also been recorded in East Asia and the South America East Coast.
What is the PSC inspection history for IMPERIUS?
Over the last 36 months it has had 2 port state control (PSC) inspections and no detentions, with 8 deficiencies recorded. The most recent inspection was on 20 October 2025. All-time records show 20 inspections since 2011 and 1 detention. The most recent detention was on 4 September 2018.
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