REDHEAD (IMO 9413901)
REDHEAD is a Bulk Carrier built in 2010 and flying the Antigua and Barbuda flag, placing it in its 16th year of service. The vessel reports a deadweight tonnage of 29,724, a gross tonnage of 20,491, and a length overall of 189.68 metres. At this size, the vessel is configured for various bulk cargo operations. REDHEAD is classed by DNV, which is a member of the International Association of Classification Societies (IACS). The vessel has been observed in Australia and New Zealand, South Africa, and the North America East Coast. It has previously operated under 9 different flags and 3 former names. Over the last 36 months it has had 13 port state control (PSC) inspections and 1 detention. The most recent inspection was on 3 September 2026.
- Type: Bulk Carrier
- Flag: Antigua and Barbuda
- Year built: 2010
- MMSI: 304489000
- Call sign: V2QU3
- Gross tonnage: 20491
- Deadweight: 29724 t
- Length overall: 189.68 m
- Beam: 23.58 m
- Home port: ST. JOHN'S
- Port State Control (PSC) inspections: 48 since 2010
- PSC detentions in the last 36 months: 1
- Last PSC detention: 13/01/2026, Port-Alfred (Paris MoU)
- Last PSC inspection: 03/09/2026
- Registered owner: REDHEAD HS SCHIFFAHRTS UG (Germany)
- Ship manager: HS BEREEDERUNGS GMBH & CO KG (Germany)
- ISM manager · DOC holder: HS 2 SERVICE UG (Germany)
- Last AIS position: 46°3.6′N · 073°6.4′W · Speed 0.0 kn · at anchor · received 10 October 2026 at 20:28 UTC
- Destination: Sorel (CA SOR)
Frequently asked questions
What are the dimensions of REDHEAD?
The vessel has a length overall of 189.68 metres and a beam of 23.58 metres. It operates with a maximum draught of 10.1 metres.
What is the cargo capacity of REDHEAD?
REDHEAD has a deadweight tonnage of 29,724 metric tonnes. Its gross tonnage is recorded at 20,491.
Which classification society manages REDHEAD?
The vessel is classed by DNV, which is an IACS member. Its current classification status is listed as Reinstated.
How many inspections has REDHEAD undergone recently?
Over the last 36 months it has had 13 port state control (PSC) inspections and 1 detention; the deficiency count is reported for 12 of them. The most recent inspection was on 3 September 2026. All-time records show 48 inspections since 2010 and 1 detention. The most recent detention was on 13 January 2026.
Where has REDHEAD been operating recently?
The vessel has been observed in Australia and New Zealand, South Africa, and the North America East Coast. These regions represent its most recent geographic activity.
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