JIN MEI (IMO 9465198)
JIN MEI is a Bulk Carrier built in 2008 and flying the Hong Kong, China flag, placing it in its 18th year of service. The vessel reports a deadweight tonnage of 178,021 metric tonnes and a gross tonnage of 91,407. At this capacity, the vessel is configured for significant dry bulk cargo operations. JIN MEI is classed by Registro Italiano Navale, which is an IACS member. The vessel has been observed in East Asia, South East Asia, and along the African coast including East, South, and West Africa. It has previously operated under two former names and three different flag states. Over the last 36 months it has had 6 port state control (PSC) inspections and no detentions. The most recent inspection was on 29 July 2026.
- Type: Bulk Carrier
- Flag: Hong Kong, China
- Year built: 2008
- MMSI: 477113900
- Call sign: VRWK2
- Gross tonnage: 91442
- Deadweight: 178021 t
- Beam: 45 m
- Home port: HONG KONG - HK-5977
- Port State Control (PSC) inspections: 61 since 2008
- PSC detentions in the last 36 months: 0
- Last PSC detention: 12/01/2016, Ningbo (Tokyo MoU)
- Last PSC inspection: 29/07/2026
- Registered owner: JINMEI MARINE INC (China)
- Ship manager · ISM manager: GOLDBEAM INTERNATIONAL LTD (China)
- Last AIS position: 34°31.5′S · 022°6.8′E · Speed 11.0 kn · under way · received 26 September 2026 at 17:00 UTC
- Destination: Cape Town (ZA CPT)
- Arrival alert: rynda.io messages you by email or in Telegram when JIN MEI arrives in Cape Town. Free for up to 3 vessels.
Frequently asked questions
What is the vessel type and age of JIN MEI?
JIN MEI is a Bulk Carrier built in 2008. It is currently in its 18th year of service.
What are the dimensions and capacity of JIN MEI?
The vessel has a deadweight tonnage of 178,021 metric tonnes and a gross tonnage of 91,407. It features a beam width of 45 metres.
Which classification society manages JIN MEI?
JIN MEI is classed by Registro Italiano Navale. This society is a recognized member of the International Association of Classification Societies (IACS).
What is the engine power of JIN MEI?
The vessel is equipped with a main engine providing 16,860 kW of power. This specification supports its operations as a large bulk carrier.
How many PSC inspections has JIN MEI undergone?
Over the last 36 months it has had 6 port state control (PSC) inspections and no detentions, with 7 deficiencies recorded. The most recent inspection was on 29 July 2026. All-time records show 61 inspections since 2008 and 2 detentions. The most recent detention was on 12 January 2016.
Live AIS via Rynda — combined with classification, PSC, sanctions and ownership data.