ZHONG MAY (IMO 9420124)
ZHONG MAY is a Bulk Carrier built in 2011 and flying the Liberia flag, placing it in its 15th year of service. The vessel reports a deadweight tonnage of 176,403 metric tonnes and a gross tonnage of 91,412. At this capacity, it is configured for significant dry bulk transport operations. ZHONG MAY is classed by Bureau Veritas, which is a member of the International Association of Classification Societies (IACS). The vessel has been observed in various regions including South East Asia, East Africa, and the Malacca Strait. It has previously operated under one former name and one former flag. Over the last 36 months it has had 7 port state control (PSC) inspections and no detentions. The most recent inspection was on 15 October 2025.
- Type: Bulk Carrier
- Flag: Liberia
- Year built: 2011
- MMSI: 636014629
- Call sign: A8VM5
- Gross tonnage: 91412
- Deadweight: 176403 t
- Length overall: 292 m
- Beam: 45 m
- Port State Control (PSC) inspections: 42 since 2011
- PSC detentions in the last 36 months: 0
- Last PSC inspection: 15/10/2025
- Registered owner: ZHONG MAY MARITIME LLC (New York NY USA)
- Ship manager · ISM manager: FOREMOST GROUP (New York NY USA)
- Last AIS position: 9°13.9′N · 013°40.9′W · Speed 12.6 kn · under way · received 10 October 2026 at 13:10 UTC
- Destination: Conakry (GN CKY)
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Frequently asked questions
What is the vessel type and age of ZHONG MAY?
ZHONG MAY is a Bulk Carrier built in 2011. It is currently in its 15th year of service.
What are the capacity specifications for ZHONG MAY?
The vessel has a deadweight tonnage of 176,403 metric tonnes. Its gross tonnage is recorded at 91,412.
Which classification society maintains ZHONG MAY?
The vessel is classed by Bureau Veritas. This society is a recognized member of the International Association of Classification Societies (IACS).
Where has ZHONG MAY been recently observed?
The vessel has been active in several regions, including the Malacca Strait and South East Asia. It has also been observed near East Africa and South Africa.
What is the PSC inspection history for ZHONG MAY?
Over the last 36 months it has had 7 port state control (PSC) inspections and no detentions, with 15 deficiencies recorded. The most recent inspection was on 15 October 2025. All-time records show 42 inspections since 2011 and no detentions.
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