BELAWAN (IMO 9412828)
BELAWAN is a Container Ship built in 2007 and flying the Hong Kong, China flag, placing it in its 19th year of service. The vessel reports a deadweight tonnage of 21,973 metric tonnes and a gross tonnage of 17,225. This vessel is configured for containerized cargo transport within regional trade routes. BELAWAN is classed by Nippon Kaiji Kyokai, which is an IACS member. The vessel has been observed in East Asia, South East Asia, and the South China Sea over recent periods. It has previously operated under two former names and one former flag state. Over the last 36 months it has had 8 port state control (PSC) inspections and no detentions. The most recent inspection was on 1 May 2026.
- Type: Container Ship
- Flag: Hong Kong, China
- Year built: 2007
- MMSI: 477883500
- Call sign: VRCX3
- Gross tonnage: 17225
- Deadweight: 21973 t
- Port State Control (PSC) inspections: 53 since 2007
- PSC detentions in the last 36 months: 0
- Last PSC inspection: 01/05/2026
- Registered owner: BATANAGAR/DAITO SHIPPING (Japan)
- Ship manager: OKOUCHI KAIUN KK (Japan)
- ISM manager: APEX SHIP MANAGEMENT PTE LTD
- Last AIS position: 2°30.9′S · 109°5.2′E · Speed 14.7 kn · under way · received 9 October 2026 at 00:25 UTC
- Destination: Gwangyang (KR KAN) · ETA 15 January 2027 at 06:00 UTC (as broadcast by the vessel)
- Arrival alert: rynda.io messages you by email or in Telegram when BELAWAN arrives in Gwangyang. Free for up to 3 vessels.
Frequently asked questions
What is the vessel type and age of BELAWAN?
BELAWAN is a container ship built in 2007. It is currently in its 19th year of service.
What are the tonnage specifications for BELAWAN?
The vessel has a deadweight tonnage of 21,973 metric tonnes. Its gross tonnage is recorded at 17,225.
Which classification society manages BELAWAN?
The vessel is classed by Nippon Kaiji Kyokai. This society is a recognized member of the International Association of Classification Societies (IACS).
Where has BELAWAN been recently observed?
The vessel has been active in the South China Sea and the Singapore Strait. It has also been recorded operating within East Asia and South East Asia.
What is the PSC inspection history for BELAWAN?
Over the last 36 months it has had 8 port state control (PSC) inspections and no detentions, with 20 deficiencies recorded. The most recent inspection was on 1 May 2026. All-time records show 53 inspections since 2007 and no detentions.
Live AIS via Rynda — combined with classification, PSC, sanctions and ownership data.