EASTERN PROGRESS (IMO 9516997)
EASTERN PROGRESS is a General Cargo Ship built in 2009 and flying the Liberia flag, placing it in its 17th year of service. The vessel reports a deadweight tonnage of 12,000 metric tonnes and a gross tonnage of 8,693. This size profile is typical for general cargo operations in regional trade routes. EASTERN PROGRESS is classed by Registro Italiano Navale, which is an IACS member. The vessel has been observed in East Asia, South East Asia, and the New Guinea Pacific regions. It has operated under two former names and two former flags. Over the last 36 months it has had 18 port state control (PSC) inspections and no detentions. The most recent inspection was on 6 May 2026.
- Type: General Cargo Ship
- Flag: Liberia
- Year built: 2009
- MMSI: 636020236
- Call sign: D5YG8
- Gross tonnage: 8693
- Deadweight: 12000 t
- Length overall: 119 m
- Beam: 19.4 m
- Home port: MONROVIA -
- Port State Control (PSC) inspections: 51 since 2009
- PSC detentions in the last 36 months: 0
- Last PSC detention: 05/01/2019, Richards Bay (Abuja MoU)
- Last PSC inspection: 06/05/2026
- Registered owner: EASTERN PROGRESS MARINE LTD (China)
- Ship manager: SINO FAR EAST SHIP MGMT CO LTD (China)
- ISM manager: SHANGHAI EAST FLYING SHIP MGMT (China)
- Last AIS position: 20°9.1′N · 111°13.8′E · Speed 0.8 kn · under way · received 12 October 2026 at 01:53 UTC
- Destination: To be nominated
Frequently asked questions
What is the vessel type and age of EASTERN PROGRESS?
EASTERN PROGRESS is a General Cargo Ship. It was built in 2009 and is currently in its 17th year of service.
What are the tonnage specifications for this ship?
The vessel has a deadweight tonnage of 12,000 metric tonnes. Its gross tonnage is recorded at 8,693.
Which classification society manages EASTERN PROGRESS?
The vessel is classed by Registro Italiano Navale. This society is a recognized member of the International Association of Classification Societies (IACS).
Where has the vessel been operating recently?
The vessel has been observed in East Asia, South East Asia, and the New Guinea Pacific. These regions represent its most recent recorded geographic activity.
What is the port-state control history for this vessel?
Over the last 36 months it has had 18 port state control (PSC) inspections and no detentions, with 35 deficiencies recorded. The most recent inspection was on 6 May 2026. All-time records show 51 inspections since 2009 and 3 detentions. The most recent detention was on 5 January 2019.
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