CHINA STEEL INNOVATOR (IMO 9479230)
CHINA STEEL INNOVATOR is a Bulk Carrier built in 2012 and flying the Taiwan flag, placing it in its 14th year of service. The vessel reports a deadweight tonnage of 206,629, a gross tonnage of 106,368, and no length overall is provided. This large-scale capacity is characteristic of vessels engaged in major dry bulk commodity transport. CHINA STEEL INNOVATOR is classed by China Corporation Register of Shipping, 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 two former flags. Over the last 36 months it has had 3 port state control (PSC) inspections and no detentions. The most recent inspection was on 4 February 2025.
- Type: Bulk Carrier
- Flag: Taiwan
- Year built: 2012
- MMSI: 416463000
- Call sign: BDFI
- Gross tonnage: 106368
- Deadweight: 206629 t
- Port State Control (PSC) inspections: 13 since 2012
- PSC detentions in the last 36 months: 0
- Last PSC inspection: 04/02/2025
- Registered owner · Ship manager · ISM manager: CHINA STEEL EXPRESS CORP
- Last AIS position: 20°33.4′S · 117°20.3′E · Speed 0.1 kn · at anchor · received 9 October 2026 at 17:27 UTC
- Destination: Port Walcott (AU PWL)
Frequently asked questions
What is the vessel type and age of CHINA STEEL INNOVATOR?
CHINA STEEL INNOVATOR is a Bulk Carrier. It was built in 2012 and is currently in its 14th year of service.
What are the deadweight and gross tonnage of the vessel?
The vessel has a deadweight tonnage of 206,629 metric tonnes. Its gross tonnage is recorded at 106,368.
Which classification society maintains this vessel?
The vessel is classed by the China Corporation Register of Shipping. This society is a member of the International Association of Classification Societies (IACS).
Where has CHINA STEEL INNOVATOR 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.
What is the PSC inspection history for this ship?
Over the last 36 months it has had 3 port state control (PSC) inspections and no detentions, with no deficiencies recorded. The most recent inspection was on 4 February 2025. All-time records show 13 inspections since 2012 and no detentions.
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