GW DELTA (IMO 9442483)
HC PIONEER 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 83,476, a gross tonnage of 44,349, and a beam of 32.24 metres. This configuration is typical for bulk carriers engaged in regional and international dry bulk trades. HC PIONEER is classed by Registro Italiano Navale, which is an IACS member. The vessel has been observed in the Malacca Strait, South Asia, and the waters around Australia and New Zealand. It has previously operated under three different names and two different flag states. Over the last 36 months it has had 7 port state control (PSC) inspections and 1 detention. The most recent inspection was on 24 July 2026.
- Type: Bulk Carrier
- Flag: Hong Kong, China
- Year built: 2010
- MMSI: 477940700
- Call sign: VRVY6
- Gross tonnage: 44349
- Deadweight: 83476 t
- Length overall: 229 m
- Beam: 32.24 m
- Home port: HONG KONG - HK-5887
- Port State Control (PSC) inspections: 35 since 2011
- PSC detentions in the last 36 months: 1
- Last PSC detention: 20/07/2026, Hay Point (Indian Ocean MoU / Tokyo MoU)
- Last PSC inspection: 24/07/2026
- Registered owner: INSIGHT 6 HOLDING LTD (China)
- Ship manager: SUNNY LAKE SHIPPING CO LTD
- Ship manager: GRAND WAY SHIPPING CO., LIMITED
- Ship manager: Hong Kong Haichang Holdings Group Limited
- ISM manager: GRAND WAY SHIPPING CO LTD (China)
- Last AIS position: 46°1.6′N · 122°52.2′W · Speed 0.1 kn · moored · received 10 October 2026 at 21:06 UTC
- Destination: Kalama (US KAM)
Frequently asked questions
What is the vessel type and age of HC PIONEER?
HC PIONEER is a Bulk Carrier built in 2010. It is currently in its 16th year of service.
What are the dimensions and capacity of HC PIONEER?
The vessel has a deadweight tonnage of 83,476 and a gross tonnage of 44,349. Its moulded beam is recorded at 32.24 metres.
Which classification society maintains HC PIONEER?
The vessel is classed by Registro Italiano Navale. This society is a member of the International Association of Classification Societies (IACS).
Where has HC PIONEER been recently observed?
The vessel has been observed in the Malacca Strait and Singapore Strait. It has also been active in South Asia and the regions of Australia and New Zealand.
What is the PSC inspection history for HC PIONEER?
Over the last 36 months it has had 7 port state control (PSC) inspections and 1 detention, with 13 deficiencies recorded. The most recent inspection was on 24 July 2026. All-time records show 35 inspections since 2011 and 1 detention. The most recent detention was on 20 July 2026.
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