VOSCO DEFENDER (IMO 9419943)
VOSCO DEFENDER is a Supramax bulk carrier built in 2011 and flying the flag of Panama; it is in its 15th year of service. The vessel has a deadweight of 55,885 tonnes, a gross tonnage of 31,572, and a length overall of 190 metres. Bulk carriers of this size are usually fitted with their own cranes and carry grain, fertilisers, minerals and steel products. VOSCO DEFENDER has been classed since 31 January 2011 by Lloyd's Register, a member of the International Association of Classification Societies (IACS). Its last class renewal survey was on 12 April 2026. The vessel has been observed most often in South East Asia, the South China Sea, and the Singapore Strait (latest area report: October 2026). It has previously sailed under four other names and three other flags. Over the last 36 months it has had 10 port state control (PSC) inspections and no detentions. The most recent inspection was on 3 July 2026.
- Type: Bulk Carrier
- Flag: Panama
- Year built: 2011
- MMSI: 352005984
- Call sign: 3E8483
- Gross tonnage: 31572
- Deadweight: 55885 t
- Length overall: 190 m
- Beam: 32 m
- Port State Control (PSC) inspections: 50 since 2011
- PSC detentions in the last 36 months: 0
- Last PSC detention: 03/10/2023, Monfalcone (Paris MoU)
- Last PSC inspection: 03/07/2026
- Registered owner: HAI PHUONG SHIPPING CO LTD (Vietnam)
- Ship manager · ISM manager: VOSCO (Vietnam)
- Last AIS position: 3°49.2′S · 116°38.6′E · Speed 10.5 kn · under way · received 12 October 2026 at 15:46 UTC
- Destination: KOH SHICHANG-THALAND · ETA 18 October 2026 at 13:00 UTC (as broadcast by the vessel)
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Frequently asked questions
What type of vessel is VOSCO DEFENDER?
VOSCO DEFENDER is a Supramax bulk carrier built in 2011. It is in its 15th 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 VOSCO DEFENDER?
VOSCO DEFENDER has a deadweight of 55,885 tonnes. Its gross tonnage is 31,572. It measures 190 metres overall.
What flag does VOSCO DEFENDER fly?
VOSCO DEFENDER flies the flag of Panama. Earlier it sailed under three other flags.
Who classes VOSCO DEFENDER?
VOSCO DEFENDER has been classed since 31 January 2011 by Lloyd's Register, a member of the International Association of Classification Societies (IACS). Its last class renewal survey was on 12 April 2026.
How many port state control inspections has VOSCO DEFENDER had?
Over the last 36 months it has had 10 port state control (PSC) inspections and no detentions, with 28 deficiencies recorded. The most recent inspection was on 3 July 2026. All-time records show 50 inspections since 2011 and 1 detention. The most recent detention was on 3 October 2023.
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