HEBEI CHALLENGER (IMO 9439591)
HEBEI CHALLENGER 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 182,150 metric tonnes and a gross tonnage of 94,921. Given its deadweight capacity, it is configured for large-scale dry bulk commodity transport. HEBEI CHALLENGER is classed by China Classification Society, which is an IACS member. The vessel has been observed in East Asia, South 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 4 port state control (PSC) inspections and no detentions. The most recent inspection was on 19 March 2026.
- Type: Bulk Carrier
- Flag: Hong Kong, China
- Year built: 2010
- MMSI: 477826800
- Call sign: VRHD9
- Gross tonnage: 94921
- Deadweight: 182150 t
- Length overall: 295 m
- Beam: 46 m
- Port State Control (PSC) inspections: 25 since 2011
- PSC detentions in the last 36 months: 0
- Last PSC inspection: 19/03/2026
- Registered owner: NCS WISDOM SHIPPING CO LTD (China)
- Ship manager: HOSCO HONG KONG LTD (China)
- ISM manager: GOLDEN TOP SHIPPING CO LTD (China)
- Last AIS position: 9°10.5′S · 116°37.0′E · Speed 14.3 kn · under way · received 10 October 2026 at 19:55 UTC
- Destination: Dampier (AU DAM) · ETA 13 October 2026 at 02:00 UTC (as broadcast by the vessel)
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Frequently asked questions
What is the vessel type and age of HEBEI CHALLENGER?
HEBEI CHALLENGER is a Bulk Carrier built in 2010. It is currently in its 16th year of service.
What are the capacity specifications for HEBEI CHALLENGER?
The vessel has a deadweight tonnage of 182,150 metric tonnes. Its gross tonnage is recorded at 94,921.
Which classification society maintains HEBEI CHALLENGER?
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 4 port state control (PSC) inspections and no detentions, with 1 deficiency recorded. The most recent inspection was on 19 March 2026. All-time records show 25 inspections since 2011 and no detentions.
Where has HEBEI CHALLENGER been recently observed?
The vessel has been observed in East Asia, South East Asia, and the Australia and New Zealand regions. These areas represent its recent operational footprint.
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