JOSCO RUNZHOU (IMO 9459644)
JOSCO RUNZHOU is a Supramax bulk carrier built in 2011 and flying the flag of Hong Kong; it is in its 15th year of service. The vessel has a deadweight of 58,722 tonnes and a gross tonnage of 33,188. Bulk carriers of this size are usually fitted with their own cranes and carry grain, fertilisers, minerals and steel products. JOSCO RUNZHOU has been classed since 20 June 2011 by Nippon Kaiji Kyokai, a member of the International Association of Classification Societies (IACS). Its last class renewal survey was on 1 July 2021. The vessel has been observed most often in South East Asia, Pacific waters off New Guinea, and East Asia (latest area report: May 2026). It has previously sailed under one other name and one other flag. Over the last 36 months it has had 8 port state control (PSC) inspections and no detentions. The most recent inspection was on 19 January 2026.
- Type: Bulk Carrier
- Flag: Hong Kong, China
- Year built: 2011
- MMSI: 477493200
- Call sign: VRIH5
- Gross tonnage: 33188
- Deadweight: 58722 t
- Port State Control (PSC) inspections: 43 since 2011
- PSC detentions in the last 36 months: 0
- Last PSC inspection: 19/01/2026
- Registered owner: J RUNZHOU SHIPPING HK CO LTD (China)
- Ship manager: JOSCO (China)
- ISM manager: JIANGSU OCEAN SHIPPING BULK CO (China)
- Last AIS position: 18°0.2′S · 122°13.0′E · Speed 0.0 kn · moored · received 16 October 2026 at 09:45 UTC
- Destination: Broome (AU BME)
Frequently asked questions
What type of vessel is JOSCO RUNZHOU?
JOSCO RUNZHOU is a Supramax bulk carrier built in 2011. It is in its 15th year of service. Bulk carriers of this size are usually fitted with their own cranes and carry grain, fertilisers, minerals and steel products.
What is the deadweight of JOSCO RUNZHOU?
JOSCO RUNZHOU has a deadweight of 58,722 tonnes. Its gross tonnage is 33,188.
What flag does JOSCO RUNZHOU fly?
JOSCO RUNZHOU flies the flag of Hong Kong. Earlier it sailed under one other flag.
Who classes JOSCO RUNZHOU?
JOSCO RUNZHOU has been classed since 20 June 2011 by Nippon Kaiji Kyokai, a member of the International Association of Classification Societies (IACS). Its last class renewal survey was on 1 July 2021.
How many port state control inspections has JOSCO RUNZHOU had?
Over the last 36 months it has had 8 port state control (PSC) inspections and no detentions; the deficiency count is reported for 7 of them. The most recent inspection was on 19 January 2026. All-time records show 43 inspections since 2011 and no detentions.
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