WUGANG INNOVATION (IMO 9437268)
WUGANG INNOVATION is an Ore Carrier built in 2011 and flying the Japan flag, placing it in its 15th year of service. The vessel reports a deadweight tonnage of 250,868 metric tonnes, a gross tonnage of 132,466, and a length overall of 330 metres. Given its significant deadweight, it is configured for large-scale bulk mineral transport. WUGANG INNOVATION 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 region. 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 October 2025.
- Type: Ore Carrier
- Flag: Japan
- Year built: 2011
- MMSI: 432830000
- Call sign: 7JJX
- Gross tonnage: 132466
- Deadweight: 250868 t
- Length overall: 330 m
- Beam: 57 m
- Port State Control (PSC) inspections: 24 since 2012
- PSC detentions in the last 36 months: 0
- Last PSC detention: 15/08/2019, Port Hedland (Tokyo MoU)
- Last PSC inspection: 11/10/2025
- Registered owner · Ship manager: NYK LINE (Japan)
- ISM manager: NYK SHIPMANAGEMENT PTE LTD
- Last AIS position: 4°38.1′S · 125°16.2′E · Speed 9.2 kn · under way · received 12 October 2026 at 10:08 UTC
- Destination: Port Hedland (AU PHE) · ETA 16 October 2026 at 19:30 UTC (as broadcast by the vessel)
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Frequently asked questions
What is the vessel type and age of WUGANG INNOVATION?
WUGANG INNOVATION is an Ore Carrier built in 2011. It is currently in its 15th year of service.
What are the dimensions of WUGANG INNOVATION?
The vessel has a length overall of 330 metres and a beam of 57 metres. These dimensions support its capacity as a large-scale ore carrier.
What is the deadweight tonnage of this vessel?
The vessel reports a deadweight tonnage of 250,868 metric tonnes. Its gross tonnage is recorded at 132,466.
Which classification society manages WUGANG INNOVATION?
The vessel is classed by Nippon Kaiji Kyokai. This society is a recognized member of the International Association of Classification Societies (IACS).
How many PSC inspections has the vessel undergone?
Over the last 36 months it has had 5 port state control (PSC) inspections and no detentions, with 11 deficiencies recorded. The most recent inspection was on 11 October 2025. All-time records show 24 inspections since 2012 and 3 detentions. The most recent detention was on 15 August 2019.
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