ALPHA HOPE (IMO 9446582)
ALPHA HOPE is a Bulk Carrier built in 2011 and flying the Marshall Islands flag, placing it in its 15th year of service. The vessel reports a deadweight tonnage of 181,433 metric tonnes, a gross tonnage of 92,758, and a length overall of 292 metres. This vessel is configured for large-scale bulk commodity transport. ALPHA HOPE is classed by Bureau Veritas, which is an IACS member. The vessel has been observed in West Africa, East Asia, and the South China Sea over recent periods. It has previously operated under four different flag states and has been known by three former names. Over the last 36 months it has had 4 port state control (PSC) inspections and 1 detention. The most recent inspection was on 16 October 2025.
- Type: Bulk Carrier
- Flag: Marshall Islands
- Year built: 2011
- MMSI: 538004851
- Call sign: V7ZL2
- Gross tonnage: 92758
- Deadweight: 181433 t
- Length overall: 292 m
- Beam: 44 m
- Port State Control (PSC) inspections: 37 since 2011
- PSC detentions in the last 36 months: 1
- Last PSC detention: 15/10/2025, Zhoushan (Tokyo MoU)
- Last PSC inspection: 16/10/2025
- Registered owner: OKTAGON SHIPPING INC (Greece)
- Ship manager · ISM manager: ALPHA BULKERS SHIPMANAGEMENT (Greece)
- Last AIS position: 21°42.3′N · 121°10.5′E · Speed 12.7 kn · under way · received 10 October 2026 at 22:07 UTC
- Destination: To be nominated
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Frequently asked questions
What are the dimensions of ALPHA HOPE?
The vessel has a length overall of 292 metres and a beam of 44 metres. These dimensions are consistent with large-scale bulk carrier operations.
What is the capacity of ALPHA HOPE?
The vessel reports a deadweight tonnage of 181,433 metric tonnes. Its gross tonnage is recorded at 92,758.
Which classification society manages ALPHA HOPE?
ALPHA HOPE is classed by Bureau Veritas. 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 4 port state control (PSC) inspections and 1 detention, with 9 deficiencies recorded. The most recent inspection was on 16 October 2025. All-time records show 37 inspections since 2011 and 1 detention. The most recent detention was on 15 October 2025.
Where has ALPHA HOPE been recently observed?
The vessel has been tracked in West Africa and East Asia. It has also been observed operating in the Malacca Strait and the South China Sea.
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