ZHONG CHANG 508 (IMO 9439228)
ZHONG CHANG 508 is a Bulk Carrier built in 2010 and flying the China Peoples's Republic flag, placing it in its 16th year of service. The vessel reports a deadweight tonnage of 53,193 metric tonnes and a gross tonnage of 32,521. This vessel is configured for bulk cargo operations within various regional trade routes. ZHONG CHANG 508 is classed by China Classification Society, which is an IACS member. The vessel has been observed in the Malacca Strait, East Africa, and the South China Sea over recent periods. It has previously operated under five different flag states and two former names. Over the last 36 months it has had 9 port state control (PSC) inspections and no detentions. The most recent inspection was on 2 October 2026.
- Type: Bulk Carrier
- Flag: China Peoples's Republic
- Year built: 2010
- MMSI: 414430000
- Call sign: BTJI6
- Gross tonnage: 32521
- Deadweight: 53193 t
- Length overall: 190 m
- Beam: 32 m
- Port State Control (PSC) inspections: 32 since 2010
- PSC detentions in the last 36 months: 0
- Last PSC detention: 14/09/2012, Venezia (Paris MoU)
- Last PSC inspection: 02/10/2026
- Registered owner: XINHAI NO 3 TIANJIN SHIP (China)
- Ship manager: DAISHAN ZHONG CHANG MARINE CO (China)
- ISM manager: TOSCO KEYMAX INTL SHIP MGMT (China)
- Last AIS position: 28°44.8′N · 119°39.6′W · Speed 11.4 kn · under way · received 19 September 2026 at 12:27 UTC
- Destination: Guayaquil (EC GYE) · ETA 30 September 2026 at 08:00 UTC (as broadcast by the vessel)
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Frequently asked questions
What is the vessel type and age of ZHONG CHANG 508?
ZHONG CHANG 508 is a Bulk Carrier built in 2010. It is currently in its 16th year of service.
What are the capacity specifications for this vessel?
The vessel has a deadweight tonnage of 53,193 metric tonnes. Its gross tonnage is recorded at 32,521.
Which classification society maintains ZHONG CHANG 508?
The vessel is classed by China Classification Society. This society is a recognized member of the International Association of Classification Societies (IACS).
Where has the vessel been recently observed?
The vessel has been active in the Malacca Strait, South East Asia, and East Africa. These regions represent its recent geographic operational areas.
What is the port-state control history for this ship?
Over the last 36 months it has had 9 port state control (PSC) inspections and no detentions, with 5 deficiencies recorded. The most recent inspection was on 2 October 2026. All-time records show 32 inspections since 2010 and 1 detention. The most recent detention was on 14 September 2012.
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