OCEAN EMPEROR (IMO 9423956)
OCEAN EMPEROR is a Bulk Carrier built in 2010 and flying the Hong Kong, China flag, placing it in its 16th year of service. The vessel reports a deadweight tonnage of 182,143 metric tonnes and a gross tonnage of 94,921. Given its deadweight capacity, it is configured for large-scale dry bulk commodity transport. OCEAN EMPEROR is classed by China Classification Society, which is an IACS member. The vessel has been observed in South East Asia, 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 5 port state control (PSC) inspections and no detentions. The most recent inspection was on 11 February 2026.
- Type: Bulk Carrier
- Flag: Hong Kong, China
- Year built: 2010
- MMSI: 477614900
- Call sign: VRFU7
- Gross tonnage: 94921
- Deadweight: 182143 t
- Length overall: 295 m
- Beam: 46 m
- Port State Control (PSC) inspections: 29 since 2010
- PSC detentions in the last 36 months: 0
- Last PSC inspection: 11/02/2026
- Registered owner: OCEAN EMPEROR SHIPPING CO LTD (China)
- Ship manager: GOLDEN LION SHIPPING CO LTD (China)
- ISM manager: GOLDEN TOP SHIPPING CO LTD (China)
- Last AIS position: 20°32.3′S · 117°25.4′E · Speed 0.0 kn · at anchor · received 9 October 2026 at 12:58 UTC
- Destination: Port Walcott (AU PWL)
Frequently asked questions
What is the vessel type and age of OCEAN EMPEROR?
OCEAN EMPEROR is a Bulk Carrier built in 2010. It is currently in its 16th year of service.
What are the capacity specifications for OCEAN EMPEROR?
The vessel has a deadweight tonnage of 182,143 metric tonnes. Its gross tonnage is recorded at 94,921.
Which classification society maintains OCEAN EMPEROR?
The vessel is classed by China Classification Society. This society is a member of the International Association of Classification Societies (IACS).
What is the PSC inspection history for this vessel?
Over the last 36 months it has had 5 port state control (PSC) inspections and no detentions, with 3 deficiencies recorded. The most recent inspection was on 11 February 2026. All-time records show 29 inspections since 2010 and no detentions.
Where has OCEAN EMPEROR been recently observed?
The vessel has been active in South East Asia, East Asia, and the Australia and New Zealand regions. These areas represent its most recent recorded geographic movements.
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