BAO FU (IMO 9419462)
BAO FU is an Ore Carrier built in 2010 and flying the Panama flag, placing it in its 16th year of service. The vessel reports a deadweight tonnage of 250,877 metric tonnes and a gross tonnage of 132,537. Given its significant deadweight capacity, it is configured for large-scale bulk mineral transport. BAO FU is classed by Nippon Kaiji Kyokai, which is an IACS member. The vessel has been observed in East Asia, South East Asia, and the Australia and New Zealand regions. It has previously operated under one former name and one former flag. Over the last 36 months it has had 6 port state control (PSC) inspections and 1 detention. The most recent inspection was on 17 June 2026.
- Type: Ore Carrier
- Flag: Panama
- Year built: 2010
- MMSI: 352945000
- Call sign: 3FUP5
- Gross tonnage: 132537
- Deadweight: 250877 t
- Length overall: 330 m
- Beam: 57 m
- Port State Control (PSC) inspections: 30 since 2011
- PSC detentions in the last 36 months: 1
- Last PSC detention: 17/06/2026, Shanghai (Tokyo MoU)
- Last PSC inspection: 17/06/2026
- Registered owner: WEALTH LINE INC (Japan)
- Ship manager: NYK LINE (Japan)
- ISM manager: FUKUJIN KISEN KK (Japan)
- Last AIS position: 35°8.0′S · 021°49.6′E · Speed 9.7 kn · under way · received 26 September 2026 at 09:58 UTC
- Destination: Maji Shan (CN MJS) · ETA 29 October 2026 at 22:00 UTC (as broadcast by the vessel)
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Frequently asked questions
What is the vessel type and age of BAO FU?
BAO FU is an Ore Carrier built in 2010. It is currently in its 16th year of service.
What are the capacity specifications for BAO FU?
The vessel has a deadweight tonnage of 250,877 metric tonnes. Its gross tonnage is recorded at 132,537.
Which classification society manages BAO FU?
The vessel is classed by Nippon Kaiji Kyokai. This society is a member of the International Association of Classification Societies (IACS).
Where has BAO FU been operating recently?
The vessel has been observed in East Asia and South East Asia. It has also been recorded in the Australia and New Zealand regions.
What is the port-state control record for BAO FU?
Over the last 36 months it has had 6 port state control (PSC) inspections and 1 detention, with 11 deficiencies recorded. The most recent inspection was on 17 June 2026. All-time records show 30 inspections since 2011 and 2 detentions. The most recent detention was on 17 June 2026.
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