GREAT TANG (IMO 9452464)
GREAT TANG is a Bulk 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 180,247 metric tonnes, a gross tonnage of 94,955, and a length overall of 295 metres. This size and capacity are characteristic of large-scale bulk commodity transport. GREAT TANG 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 6 November 2025.
- Type: Bulk Carrier
- Flag: Hong Kong, China
- Year built: 2011
- MMSI: 477387100
- Call sign: VRFY7
- Gross tonnage: 94955
- Deadweight: 180247 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: 06/11/2025
- Registered owner: GREAT TANG SHIPPING LTD (China)
- Ship manager · ISM manager: HONG KONG MING WAH (China)
- Last AIS position: 8°0.3′S · 116°3.1′E · Speed 11.2 kn · under way · received 12 October 2026 at 21:20 UTC
- Destination: Lanshan Pt (CN LSN) · ETA 24 October 2026 at 04:00 UTC (as broadcast by the vessel)
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Frequently asked questions
What is the vessel type and age of GREAT TANG?
GREAT TANG is a Bulk Carrier built in 2011. It is currently in its 15th year of service.
What are the dimensions of GREAT TANG?
The vessel has a length overall of 295 metres and a beam of 46 metres. It carries a deadweight tonnage of 180,247 metric tonnes.
Which classification society maintains GREAT TANG?
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 7 deficiencies recorded. The most recent inspection was on 6 November 2025. All-time records show 25 inspections since 2011 and no detentions.
Where has GREAT TANG been recently observed?
The vessel has been active in East Asia and South East Asia. It has also been observed in the Australia and New Zealand regions.
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