TRUE CHAMPION (IMO 9403528)
TRUE CHAMPION is a Bulk Carrier built in 2011 and flying the Liberia flag, placing it in its 15th year of service. The vessel reports a deadweight tonnage of 179,156 metric tonnes and a gross tonnage of 93,196. This capacity indicates a large-scale bulk carrier suitable for major commodity transport routes. TRUE CHAMPION is classed by Bureau Veritas, which is an IACS member. The vessel has been observed in East Africa, South East Asia, and Australia over recent periods. It has previously operated under two different names and two different flags. Over the last 36 months it has had 8 port state control (PSC) inspections and no detentions. The most recent inspection was on 27 January 2026.
- Type: Bulk Carrier
- Flag: Liberia
- Year built: 2011
- MMSI: 636020478
- Call sign: D5ZK5
- Gross tonnage: 93196
- Deadweight: 179156 t
- Length overall: 292 m
- Beam: 45 m
- Port State Control (PSC) inspections: 28 since 2011
- PSC detentions in the last 36 months: 0
- Last PSC inspection: 27/01/2026
- Registered owner: POLAR 1 LTD (United Kingdom)
- Ship manager: OCEONIX SERVICES LTD (United Kingdom)
- ISM manager: ANGLO-EASTERN SHIP MANAGEMENT (China)
- Last AIS position: 20°52.2′S · 054°25.5′E · Speed 13.3 kn · under way · received 12 October 2026 at 00:04 UTC
- Destination: Puerto Páez (VE PPZ) · ETA 7 November 2026 at 14:00 UTC (as broadcast by the vessel)
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Frequently asked questions
What is the vessel type and age of TRUE CHAMPION?
TRUE CHAMPION is a Bulk Carrier. It was built in 2011 and is currently in its 15th year of service.
What are the tonnage specifications for TRUE CHAMPION?
The vessel has a deadweight tonnage of 179,156 metric tonnes. Its gross tonnage is recorded at 93,196.
Which classification society manages TRUE CHAMPION?
The vessel is classed by Bureau Veritas. 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 8 port state control (PSC) inspections and no detentions, with 16 deficiencies recorded. The most recent inspection was on 27 January 2026. All-time records show 28 inspections since 2011 and no detentions.
Where has TRUE CHAMPION been recently observed?
The vessel has been observed in several regions including East Africa, South East Asia, and Australia. These areas represent its recent operational footprint.
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