ZHONG CHANG 398 is a Bulk Carrier built in 2009 and flying the China Peoples's Republic flag, placing it in its 17th year of service. The vessel reports a deadweight tonnage of 57,158, a gross tonnage of 33,547, and no length overall is provided. This vessel is configured for bulk cargo operations within various global trade routes. ZHONG CHANG 398 is classed by China Classification Society, which is an IACS member. The vessel has been observed in the Mediterranean Sea, South Asia, and East Asia over recent periods. It has previously operated under three different names and three different flag states. Over the last 36 months it has had 7 port state control (PSC) inspections and no detentions. The most recent inspection was on 20 April 2026.
ZHONG CHANG 398 is a Bulk Carrier. It was built in 2009 and is currently in its 17th year of service.
The vessel has a deadweight tonnage of 57,158 metric tonnes. Its gross tonnage is recorded at 33,547.
The vessel is classed by China Classification Society. This society is a member of the International Association of Classification Societies (IACS).
Over the last 36 months it has had 7 port state control (PSC) inspections and no detentions, with 6 deficiencies recorded. The most recent inspection was on 20 April 2026. All-time records show 16 inspections since 2010 and 1 detention. The most recent detention was on 13 August 2011.
The vessel has been observed in several regions including the Mediterranean Sea and South Asia. It has also been tracked in East Asia and the South America West Coast.
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