BULK NORWAY (IMO 9497361)
BULK NORWAY is a Bulk Carrier built in 2010 and flying the Marshall Islands flag, placing it in its 16th year of service. The vessel reports a deadweight tonnage of 175,835 metric tonnes, a gross tonnage of 91,971, and a length overall of 291.8 metres. At this size, it is configured for large-scale bulk commodity transport. BULK NORWAY is classed by DNV, which is a member of the International Association of Classification Societies (IACS). The vessel has been observed in the Malacca Strait, South China Sea, and East Africa over recent periods. It has previously operated under four different flag states and two former names. Over the last 36 months it has had 4 port state control (PSC) inspections and no detentions. The most recent inspection was on 1 May 2026.
- Type: Bulk Carrier
- Flag: Marshall Islands
- Year built: 2010
- MMSI: 538090525
- Call sign: V7UW3
- Gross tonnage: 91971
- Deadweight: 175835 t
- Length overall: 291.8 m
- Beam: 45 m
- Home port: MAJURO
- Port State Control (PSC) inspections: 31 since 2010
- PSC detentions in the last 36 months: 0
- Last PSC detention: 23/04/2013, Newcastle (Indian Ocean MoU / Tokyo MoU)
- Last PSC inspection: 01/05/2026
- Registered owner: BULK NORWAY MBH & CO KG (Germany)
- Ship manager · ISM manager · DOC holder: COLUMBIA SHIPMANAGEMENT-GEU (Germany)
- Last AIS position: 9°15.7′N · 013°47.7′W · Speed 12.0 kn · under way · received 10 October 2026 at 02:01 UTC
- Destination: Conakry (GN CKY)
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Frequently asked questions
What are the dimensions of BULK NORWAY?
The vessel has a length overall of 291.8 metres and a beam of 45 metres. It operates with a maximum draught of 18.25 metres.
What is the capacity of BULK NORWAY?
The vessel has a deadweight tonnage of 175,835 metric tonnes. Its gross tonnage is recorded at 91,971.
Which classification society manages BULK NORWAY?
The vessel is classed by DNV, which is an IACS member. Its current class notation includes BC(A) CSR ESP and Grab(25 t) specifications.
How many inspections has the vessel undergone?
Over the last 36 months it has had 4 port state control (PSC) inspections and no detentions, with 12 deficiencies recorded. The most recent inspection was on 1 May 2026. All-time records show 31 inspections since 2010 and 1 detention. The most recent detention was on 23 April 2013.
Where has BULK NORWAY been operating recently?
The vessel has been observed in several regions including the Malacca Strait and the South China Sea. It has also been recorded in East Africa and the Australia and New Zealand regions.
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