PRINCESS PEARL (IMO 9500742)
PRINCESS PEARL is a Bulk Carrier built in 2011 and flying the Hong Kong, China flag, placing it in its 15th year of service. The vessel reports a deadweight tonnage of 180,643 metric tonnes and a gross tonnage of 92,379. This capacity is characteristic of large-scale bulk commodities transport. PRINCESS PEARL is classed by Nippon Kaiji Kyokai, which is an IACS member. The vessel has been observed in East Africa, South Africa, and South Asia over recent periods. It has operated under three former names and three different flag states. Over the last 36 months it has had 5 port state control (PSC) inspections and no detentions. The most recent inspection was on 2 December 2025.
- Type: Bulk Carrier
- Flag: Hong Kong, China
- Year built: 2011
- MMSI: 477223900
- Call sign: VRXN9
- Gross tonnage: 92379
- Deadweight: 180643 t
- Length overall: 292 m
- Beam: 45 m
- Port State Control (PSC) inspections: 40 since 2011
- PSC detentions in the last 36 months: 0
- Last PSC detention: 16/11/2017, Qinhuangdao (Tokyo MoU)
- Last PSC inspection: 02/12/2025
- Registered owner: NEW YANGTZE NAVIGATION HK (China)
- Ship manager: THAMES BAY SHIPPING LTD (China)
- ISM manager: CHS INTERNATIONAL SHIP MGMT CO (China)
- Last AIS position: 26°33.4′N · 121°54.3′E · Speed 9.8 kn · under way · received 9 October 2026 at 08:16 UTC
- Destination: Caofeidian Pt (CN CFD) · ETA 13 October 2026 at 10:02 UTC (as broadcast by the vessel)
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Frequently asked questions
What is the vessel type and age of PRINCESS PEARL?
PRINCESS PEARL is a Bulk Carrier built in 2011. It is currently in its 15th year of service.
What are the tonnage specifications for PRINCESS PEARL?
The vessel has a deadweight tonnage of 180,643 metric tonnes. Its gross tonnage is recorded at 92,379.
Which classification society manages PRINCESS PEARL?
The vessel is classed by Nippon Kaiji Kyokai. 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 5 port state control (PSC) inspections and no detentions; the deficiency count is reported for 4 of them. The most recent inspection was on 2 December 2025. All-time records show 40 inspections since 2011 and 1 detention. The most recent detention was on 16 November 2017.
Where has PRINCESS PEARL been recently observed?
The vessel has been observed in several regions including East Africa, South Africa, and South Asia. These areas represent its recent operational footprint.
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