HOUEI PHOENIX (IMO 9496886)
HOUEI PHOENIX is a Bulk Carrier built in 2009 and flying the Panama flag, placing it in its 17th year of service. The vessel reports a deadweight tonnage of 8,000 metric tonnes and a gross tonnage of 5,549. Given its specifications, it is a smaller-scale bulk carrier designed for specific regional cargo requirements. HOUEI PHOENIX is classed by the China Corporation Register of Shipping. The vessel has been observed operating within East Asia and South East Asia over recent periods. It has been registered under two former names and has operated under three different flag states throughout its history. Over the last 36 months it has had 14 port state control (PSC) inspections and 2 detentions. The most recent inspection was on 12 March 2026.
- Type: Bulk Carrier
- Flag: Panama
- Year built: 2009
- MMSI: 352002474
- Call sign: 3E2315
- Gross tonnage: 5549
- Deadweight: 8000 t
- Port State Control (PSC) inspections: 100 since 2010
- PSC detentions in the last 36 months: 2
- Last PSC detention: 12/05/2025, Kawasaki (Tokyo MoU)
- Last PSC inspection: 12/03/2026
- Registered owner: HOUEI INTERNATIONAL SHIPPING (Japan)
- Ship manager · ISM manager: HOUEI SHIP MANAGEMENT CO LTD (Japan)
- Last AIS position: 19°42.8′N · 109°0.9′E · Speed 9.1 kn · under way · received 9 October 2026 at 16:04 UTC
- Destination: Yangpu Pt (CN YPG)
- Arrival alert: rynda.io messages you by email or in Telegram when HOUEI PHOENIX arrives in Yangpu Pt. Free for up to 3 vessels.
Frequently asked questions
What is the vessel type and age of HOUEI PHOENIX?
HOUEI PHOENIX is a Bulk Carrier built in 2009. It is currently in its 17th year of service.
What are the tonnage specifications for HOUEI PHOENIX?
The vessel has a deadweight tonnage of 8,000 metric tonnes. Its gross tonnage is recorded at 5,549.
Which classification society is associated with this vessel?
The vessel is classed by the China Corporation Register of Shipping. Its current classification status is listed as Withdrawn.
What is the port-state control history for HOUEI PHOENIX?
Over the last 36 months it has had 14 port state control (PSC) inspections and 2 detentions, with 75 deficiencies recorded. The most recent inspection was on 12 March 2026. All-time records show 100 inspections since 2010 and 4 detentions. The most recent detention was on 12 May 2025.
Where has HOUEI PHOENIX been operating recently?
The vessel has been observed in East Asia and South East Asia. These regions represent its primary recent geographic areas of operation.
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