VIMC BRAVE (IMO 9405459)

VIMC BRAVE is a Supramax bulk carrier built in 2007 and flying the flag of Vietnam; it is in its 19th year of service. The vessel has a deadweight of 53,529 tonnes, a gross tonnage of 29,965, and a length overall of 189 metres. Bulk carriers of this size are usually fitted with their own cranes and carry grain, fertilisers, minerals and steel products. VIMC BRAVE has been classed since January 2011 by the Vietnam Register of Shipping, which is not a member of the International Association of Classification Societies (IACS). Its last class renewal survey, carried out by ClassNK, was on 12 November 2022. The vessel has been observed most often in South East Asia, the Singapore Strait, and East Asia (latest area report: May 2026). It has previously sailed under three other names and three other flags. Over the last 36 months it has had 17 port state control (PSC) inspections and no detentions. The most recent inspection was on 11 April 2026.

Frequently asked questions

What type of vessel is VIMC BRAVE?

VIMC BRAVE is a Supramax bulk carrier built in 2007. It is in its 19th year of service. Bulk carriers of this size are usually fitted with their own cranes and carry grain, fertilisers, minerals and steel products.

What is the deadweight of VIMC BRAVE?

VIMC BRAVE has a deadweight of 53,529 tonnes. Its gross tonnage is 29,965. It measures 189 metres overall.

What flag does VIMC BRAVE fly?

VIMC BRAVE flies the flag of Vietnam. Earlier it sailed under three other flags.

Who classes VIMC BRAVE?

VIMC BRAVE has been classed since January 2011 by the Vietnam Register of Shipping, which is not a member of the International Association of Classification Societies (IACS). Its last class renewal survey, carried out by ClassNK, was on 12 November 2022.

How many port state control inspections has VIMC BRAVE had?

Over the last 36 months it has had 17 port state control (PSC) inspections and no detentions, with 29 deficiencies recorded. The most recent inspection was on 11 April 2026. All-time records show 77 inspections since 2007 and 1 detention. The most recent detention was on 20 July 2021.

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