GRANDE ISLAND (IMO 9496214)
GRANDE ISLAND is a Bulk Carrier built in 2009 and flying the Hong Kong, China flag, placing it in its 17th year of service. The vessel reports a deadweight tonnage of 58,110 metric tonnes, a gross tonnage of 32,413, and a length overall of 190 metres. This size and type suggest it is configured for versatile dry bulk transport operations. GRANDE ISLAND is classed by the American Bureau of Shipping, which is an IACS member. The vessel has been observed in the Mediterranean Sea, West Europe, and the South America East Coast. It has previously operated under six different flags and has been registered under four former names. Over the last 36 months it has had 11 port state control (PSC) inspections and no detentions. The most recent inspection was on 15 April 2026.
- Type: Bulk Carrier
- Flag: Hong Kong, China
- Year built: 2009
- MMSI: 477302100
- Call sign: VRSN2
- Gross tonnage: 32413
- Deadweight: 58110 t
- Length overall: 190 m
- Beam: 31 m
- Port State Control (PSC) inspections: 52 since 2009
- PSC detentions in the last 36 months: 0
- Last PSC detention: 21/06/2012, Bremen (Paris MoU)
- Last PSC inspection: 15/04/2026
- Registered owner: GRANDE ISLAND LTD (China)
- Ship manager · ISM manager: PACIFIC BASIN SHIPPING HK LTD (China)
- Last AIS position: 51°52.1′N · 003°13.8′E · Speed 1.1 kn · under way · received 10 October 2026 at 12:44 UTC
- Destination: Vlissingen (NL VLI)
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Frequently asked questions
What are the dimensions of GRANDE ISLAND?
The vessel has a length overall of 190 metres and a beam of 32 metres. These dimensions are consistent with its 58,110 DWT bulk carrier configuration.
Which classification society maintains GRANDE ISLAND?
The vessel is classed by the American Bureau of Shipping. 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 11 port state control (PSC) inspections and no detentions; the deficiency count is reported for 10 of them. The most recent inspection was on 15 April 2026. All-time records show 52 inspections since 2009 and 1 detention. The most recent detention was on 21 June 2012.
Where has GRANDE ISLAND been recently operating?
The vessel has been observed in the Mediterranean Sea, West Europe, and the South America East Coast. These regions represent its most recent geographic activity.
How many previous names and flags has the vessel had?
The vessel has been registered under 4 former names throughout its service life. It has also operated under 6 different flags prior to its current registry.
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