HERO (IMO 9446867)
HERO is a Bulk Carrier built in 2010 and flying the Isle of Man flag, placing it in its 16th year of service. The vessel reports a deadweight tonnage of 178,076 metric tonnes and a gross tonnage of 91,373. This capacity is consistent with large-scale bulk commodity transport. HERO is classed by Nippon Kaiji Kyokai, which is an IACS member. The vessel has been observed in West Europe, West Africa, and the Middle America and Gulf of Mexico regions. It has previously operated under one former name and four different flag states. Over the last 36 months it has had 7 port state control (PSC) inspections and no detentions. The most recent inspection was on 13 February 2026.
- Type: Bulk Carrier
- Flag: Isle of Man
- Year built: 2010
- MMSI: 232027949
- Call sign: MHLF3
- Gross tonnage: 91373
- Deadweight: 178076 t
- Length overall: 292 m
- Beam: 45 m
- Port State Control (PSC) inspections: 30 since 2011
- PSC detentions in the last 36 months: 0
- Last PSC detention: 31/10/2016, Tangshan (Tokyo MoU)
- Last PSC inspection: 13/02/2026
- Registered owner: ALCEDO SHIPPING IV LTD (Germany)
- Ship manager · ISM manager: ORION REEDEREI GMBH & CO KG (Germany)
- Last AIS position: 5°15.7′S · 033°53.6′W · Speed 12.0 kn · under way · received 9 October 2026 at 17:45 UTC
- Destination: To be nominated · ETA 20 October 2026 at 15:37 UTC (as broadcast by the vessel)
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Frequently asked questions
What is the vessel type and age of HERO?
HERO is a Bulk Carrier built in 2010. It is currently in its 16th year of service.
What are the tonnage specifications for HERO?
The vessel has a deadweight tonnage of 178,076 metric tonnes. Its gross tonnage is recorded at 91,373.
Which classification society manages HERO?
The vessel is classed by Nippon Kaiji Kyokai. 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 7 port state control (PSC) inspections and no detentions, with 11 deficiencies recorded. The most recent inspection was on 13 February 2026. All-time records show 30 inspections since 2011 and 1 detention. The most recent detention was on 31 October 2016.
Where has HERO been recently observed?
The vessel has been seen in West Europe, West Africa, and the Middle America and Gulf of Mexico regions. These areas represent its recent operational footprint.
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