SALTWIND EXPLORER (IMO 9483243)
SALTWIND EXPLORER is a Bulk Carrier built in 2011 and flying the Marshall Islands flag, placing it in its 15th year of service. The vessel reports a deadweight tonnage of 55,648 metric tonnes and a gross tonnage of 32,672. This vessel is configured for bulk cargo operations within mid-sized tonnage classes. SALTWIND EXPLORER is classed by DNV, which is a member of the International Association of Classification Societies (IACS). The vessel has been observed in East Asia, South Asia, and the Malacca and Singapore Straits. It has operated under five former names and five different flag states throughout its history. Over the last 36 months it has had 5 port state control (PSC) inspections and no detentions. The most recent inspection was on 4 February 2026.
- Type: Bulk Carrier
- Flag: Marshall Islands
- Year built: 2011
- MMSI: 538009786
- Call sign: V7A5162
- Gross tonnage: 32672
- Deadweight: 55648 t
- Length overall: 187 m
- Beam: 32 m
- Port State Control (PSC) inspections: 37 since 2011
- PSC detentions in the last 36 months: 0
- Last PSC detention: 11/12/2022, Chittagong (Indian Ocean MoU)
- Last PSC inspection: 04/02/2026
- Registered owner · Ship manager: SALTWIND EXPLORER INC (Marshall Islands)
- ISM manager: SU-NAV SAGAR PVT LTD (India)
- Last AIS position: 18°54.2′N · 072°52.0′E · Speed 0.0 kn · at anchor · received 12 October 2026 at 00:05 UTC
- Destination: Mumbai (BOM) (IN BOM)
Frequently asked questions
What is the vessel type and age of SALTWIND EXPLORER?
SALTWIND EXPLORER is a Bulk Carrier built in 2011. It is currently in its 15th year of service.
What are the tonnage specifications for this vessel?
The vessel has a deadweight tonnage of 55,648 metric tonnes. Its gross tonnage is recorded at 32,672.
Which classification society is associated with SALTWIND EXPLORER?
The vessel is classed by DNV, which is an IACS member. Its current classification status is listed as Withdrawn.
Where has the vessel been recently observed?
The vessel has been observed in East Asia, South Asia, and South East Asia. It has also been recorded transiting the Malacca and Singapore Straits.
How many port-state inspections has the vessel undergone?
Over the last 36 months it has had 5 port state control (PSC) inspections and no detentions, with 12 deficiencies recorded. The most recent inspection was on 4 February 2026. All-time records show 37 inspections since 2011 and 1 detention. The most recent detention was on 11 December 2022.
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