PENGUIN ISLAND (IMO 9520962)
PENGUIN ISLAND 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 58,110 metric tonnes, a gross tonnage of 32,433, and a length overall of 190 metres. This size and specification are typical for bulk carriers engaged in regional or coastal dry bulk trades. PENGUIN ISLAND is classed by Nippon Kaiji Kyokai, which is an IACS member. The vessel has been observed in the South America East Coast, South America West Coast, and North America West Coast regions. It has previously operated under two former names and two former flags. Over the last 36 months it has had 6 port state control (PSC) inspections and no detentions. The most recent inspection was on 8 April 2026.
- Type: Bulk Carrier
- Flag: Hong Kong, China
- Year built: 2011
- MMSI: 477202800
- Call sign: VRSC8
- Gross tonnage: 32433
- Deadweight: 58110 t
- Length overall: 190 m
- Beam: 33 m
- Port State Control (PSC) inspections: 51 since 2012
- PSC detentions in the last 36 months: 0
- Last PSC inspection: 08/04/2026
- Registered owner: PENGUIN ISLAND LTD (China)
- Ship manager · ISM manager: PACIFIC BASIN SHIPPING HK LTD (China)
- Last AIS position: 27°47.0′N · 124°3.7′W · Speed 10.0 kn · under way · received 6 October 2026 at 13:19 UTC
- Destination: Pisco (PE PIO) · ETA 23 October 2026 at 11:00 UTC (as broadcast by the vessel)
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Frequently asked questions
What is the vessel type and age of PENGUIN ISLAND?
PENGUIN ISLAND is a Bulk Carrier built in 2011. It is currently in its 15th year of service.
What are the dimensions of PENGUIN ISLAND?
The vessel has a length overall of 190 metres and a beam of 33 metres. It possesses a gross tonnage of 32,433.
What is the deadweight capacity of this vessel?
The vessel reports a deadweight tonnage of 58,110 metric tonnes. This capacity is used for transporting various dry bulk cargoes.
Which classification society manages PENGUIN ISLAND?
The vessel is classed by Nippon Kaiji Kyokai, which is an IACS member. Its current classification status is listed as Delivered.
How many inspections has the vessel undergone recently?
Over the last 36 months it has had 6 port state control (PSC) inspections and no detentions, with 3 deficiencies recorded. The most recent inspection was on 8 April 2026. All-time records show 51 inspections since 2012 and no detentions.
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