NEW KNIGHT (IMO 9453391)
NEW KNIGHT is a Bulk Carrier built in 2011 and flying the Panama flag, placing it in its 15th year of service. The vessel reports a deadweight tonnage of 87,340 metric tonnes, a gross tonnage of 47,984, and a length overall of 229 metres. This size and type suggest a vessel configured for versatile bulk commodity transport. NEW KNIGHT is classed by Registro Italiano Navale, which is an IACS member. The vessel has been observed in the Mediterranean Sea, North Europe, and West Europe over recent periods. It has previously operated under two former names and two different flag states. Over the last 36 months it has had 8 port state control (PSC) inspections and no detentions. The most recent inspection was on 1 May 2026.
- Type: Bulk Carrier
- Flag: Panama
- Year built: 2011
- MMSI: 352003439
- Call sign: 3E5106
- Gross tonnage: 47984
- Deadweight: 87340 t
- Length overall: 229 m
- Beam: 36.8 m
- Home port: PANAMA - 56940-PEXT
- Port State Control (PSC) inspections: 37 since 2012
- PSC detentions in the last 36 months: 0
- Last PSC detention: 05/03/2020, Gladstone (Indian Ocean MoU / Tokyo MoU)
- Last PSC inspection: 01/05/2026
- Registered owner: NEW ZENITH SHIPPING LTD (China)
- Ship manager · ISM manager: ATL SHIPPING LTD (China)
- Last AIS position: 11°9.5′S · 062°7.3′E · Speed 11.6 kn · under way · received 13 October 2026 at 02:14 UTC
- Destination: Cape Town (ZA CPT) · ETA 23 October 2026 at 20:38 UTC (as broadcast by the vessel)
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Frequently asked questions
What are the dimensions of NEW KNIGHT?
The vessel has a length overall of 229 metres and a beam of 36.8 metres. These dimensions are consistent with its classification as a bulk carrier.
What is the engine power of NEW KNIGHT?
The vessel is equipped with a main engine rated at 10,500 kW. This power output supports its operations as an 87,340 DWT bulk carrier.
How many PSC inspections has the vessel undergone?
Over the last 36 months it has had 8 port state control (PSC) inspections and no detentions, with 15 deficiencies recorded. The most recent inspection was on 1 May 2026. All-time records show 37 inspections since 2012 and 2 detentions. The most recent detention was on 5 March 2020.
Which classification society covers NEW KNIGHT?
The vessel is classed by Registro Italiano Navale. This society is a recognized member of the International Association of Classification Societies (IACS).
What is the flag and MoU status of the vessel?
The vessel currently flies the Panama flag. It is listed in the grey band for the Paris MoU and the white band for the Tokyo MoU.
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