YONG SHENG 98 (IMO 9505895)
YONG SHENG 98 is a General Cargo Ship built in 2008 and flying the Hong Kong, China flag, placing it in its 18th year of service. The vessel reports a deadweight tonnage of 9,009 metric tonnes and a gross tonnage of 7,921. This size and type suggest its utility in regional cargo transport operations. YONG SHENG 98 is classed by the Korean Register, which is an IACS member. The vessel has been observed in South East Asia and East Asia over recent periods. It has operated under four former names and three different flag states throughout its history. Over the last 36 months it has had 12 port state control (PSC) inspections and no detentions. The most recent inspection was on 12 May 2026.
- Type: General Cargo Ship
- Flag: Hong Kong, China
- Year built: 2008
- MMSI: 477654900
- Call sign: VRPP9
- Gross tonnage: 7921
- Deadweight: 9009 t
- Length overall: 122 m
- Beam: 20 m
- Home port: HONG KONG
- Port State Control (PSC) inspections: 55 since 2008
- PSC detentions in the last 36 months: 0
- Last PSC inspection: 12/05/2026
- Registered owner: ASTERIA SHIPPING CO LTD-HKG (China)
- Ship manager · ISM manager: DALIAN SENYI SHIPPING LTD (China)
- Technical manager: DALIAN SENYI SHIPPING LIMITED
- Last AIS position: 35°33.3′N · 129°41.2′E · Speed 9.9 kn · under way · received 13 October 2026 at 20:35 UTC
- Destination: To be nominated
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Frequently asked questions
What is the vessel type and age of YONG SHENG 98?
YONG SHENG 98 is a General Cargo Ship built in 2008. It is currently in its 18th year of service.
What are the capacity specifications for YONG SHENG 98?
The vessel has a deadweight tonnage of 9,009 metric tonnes. Its gross tonnage is recorded at 7,921.
Which classification society maintains YONG SHENG 98?
The vessel is classed by the Korean Register. This society is a recognized member of the International Association of Classification Societies (IACS).
Where has YONG SHENG 98 been operating recently?
The vessel has been observed in South East Asia and East Asia. These regions represent its most recent recorded geographic activity.
What is the port-state control record for YONG SHENG 98?
Over the last 36 months it has had 12 port state control (PSC) inspections and no detentions; the deficiency count is reported for 9 of them. The most recent inspection was on 12 May 2026. All-time records show 55 inspections since 2008 and no detentions.
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