HEBEI TANGSHAN (IMO 9482718)
HEBEI TANGSHAN is a Bulk Carrier built in 2012 and flying the Hong Kong, China flag, placing it in its 14th year of service. The vessel reports a deadweight tonnage of 95,326 metric tonnes, a gross tonnage of 52,864, and a length overall of 235 metres. This size and capacity are typical for bulk carriers engaged in international dry bulk commodities transport. HEBEI TANGSHAN is classed by China Classification Society, which is an IACS member. The vessel has been observed in Australia and New Zealand, East Asia and South East Asia, and the North America West Coast. It has previously operated under one former name and one former flag. Over the last 36 months it has had 10 port state control (PSC) inspections and no detentions. The most recent inspection was on 31 July 2026.
- Type: Bulk Carrier
- Flag: Hong Kong, China
- Year built: 2012
- MMSI: 477899400
- Call sign: VRIS3
- Gross tonnage: 52864
- Deadweight: 95326 t
- Length overall: 235 m
- Beam: 38 m
- Port State Control (PSC) inspections: 32 since 2012
- PSC detentions in the last 36 months: 0
- Last PSC detention: 10/08/2022, Amrun (Indian Ocean MoU / Tokyo MoU)
- Last PSC inspection: 31/07/2026
- Registered owner: HEBEI PRINCESS SHIPPING CO LTD (China)
- Ship manager: HOSCO HONG KONG LTD (China)
- ISM manager: GOLDEN TOP SHIPPING CO LTD (China)
- Last AIS position: 10°18.5′N · 109°30.8′E · Speed 9.0 kn · under way · received 8 October 2026 at 18:51 UTC
- Destination: Banjarmasin (ID BDJ) · ETA 13 October 2026 at 18:30 UTC (as broadcast by the vessel)
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Frequently asked questions
What is the vessel type and age of HEBEI TANGSHAN?
HEBEI TANGSHAN is a Bulk Carrier built in 2012. It is currently in its 14th year of service.
What are the dimensions of HEBEI TANGSHAN?
The vessel has a length overall of 235 metres and a beam of 38 metres. It possesses a gross tonnage of 52,864.
Which classification society covers HEBEI TANGSHAN?
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 10 port state control (PSC) inspections and no detentions, with 12 deficiencies recorded. The most recent inspection was on 31 July 2026. All-time records show 32 inspections since 2012 and 2 detentions. The most recent detention was on 10 August 2022.
Where has HEBEI TANGSHAN been recently observed?
The vessel has been recorded in Australia and New Zealand, East Asia and South East Asia, and the North America West Coast. These regions represent its recent operational areas.
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