OCEAN CHINA (IMO 9445291)
OCEAN CHINA is an Ore Carrier built in 2011 and flying the Hong Kong, China flag, placing it in its 15th year of service. The vessel reports a deadweight tonnage of 228,915 metric tonnes, a gross tonnage of 116,955, and a length overall of 325 metres. This capacity and dimension profile is characteristic of large-scale bulk transport vessels used in global mineral trades. OCEAN CHINA is classed by the American Bureau of Shipping, which is a member of the International Association of Classification Societies. 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 5 port state control (PSC) inspections and no detentions. The most recent inspection was on 26 June 2025.
- Type: Ore Carrier
- Flag: Hong Kong, China
- Year built: 2011
- MMSI: 477899700
- Call sign: VRIB6
- Gross tonnage: 116955
- Deadweight: 228915 t
- Length overall: 325 m
- Beam: 52 m
- Port State Control (PSC) inspections: 19 since 2011
- PSC detentions in the last 36 months: 0
- Last PSC inspection: 26/06/2025
- Registered owner: OCEAN CHINA MARITIME INC (China)
- Ship manager · ISM manager: OCEAN LONGEVITY SHIPPING (China)
- Last AIS position: 8°48.7′S · 116°39.6′E · Speed 12.4 kn · under way · received 18 October 2026 at 19:42 UTC
- Destination: Port Hedland (AU PHE) · ETA 22 October 2026 at 01:00 UTC (as broadcast by the vessel)
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Frequently asked questions
What is the vessel type and age of OCEAN CHINA?
OCEAN CHINA is an Ore Carrier built in 2011. It is currently in its 15th year of service.
What are the dimensions of OCEAN CHINA?
The vessel has a length overall of 325 metres and a beam of 52 metres. It possesses a deadweight tonnage of 228,915 metric tonnes.
Which classification society maintains OCEAN CHINA?
The vessel is classed by the American Bureau of Shipping. This society is a recognized 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 5 port state control (PSC) inspections and no detentions, with 10 deficiencies recorded. The most recent inspection was on 26 June 2025. All-time records show 19 inspections since 2011 and no detentions.
Where has OCEAN CHINA been recently observed?
The vessel has been active in East Asia and South East Asia. It has also been recorded operating in the Australia and New Zealand regions.
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