KEN SPIRIT (IMO 9538971)
KEN SPIRIT is a Bulk Carrier built in 2012 and flying the Panama flag, placing it in its 14th year of service. The vessel reports a deadweight tonnage of 33,598, a gross tonnage of 21,003, and no length overall is provided. This vessel is sized for specific bulk commodity trades requiring mid-range capacity. KEN SPIRIT is classed by Nippon Kaiji Kyokai, which is an IACS member. The vessel has been observed in East Asia and along the North America West Coast. It has operated under three former names and three different flag states throughout its history. Over the last 36 months it has had 9 port state control (PSC) inspections and no detentions. The most recent inspection was on 15 June 2026.
- Type: Bulk Carrier
- Flag: Panama
- Year built: 2012
- MMSI: 355456000
- Call sign: HPPW
- Gross tonnage: 21003
- Deadweight: 33598 t
- Length overall: 172 m
- Beam: 28 m
- Port State Control (PSC) inspections: 58 since 2012
- PSC detentions in the last 36 months: 0
- Last PSC detention: 03/10/2022, Port Hedland (Indian Ocean MoU / Tokyo MoU)
- Last PSC inspection: 15/06/2026
- Registered owner: DELICA SHIPPING SA (Japan)
- Ship manager: INUI GLOBAL LOGISTICS CO LTD (Japan)
- ISM manager: COLUMBIA SHIPMANAGEMENT-SNG
- Last AIS position: 33°53.6′N · 128°15.1′E · Speed 11.4 kn · under way · received 10 October 2026 at 08:58 UTC
- Destination: Gwangyang (KR KAN) · ETA 10 October 2026 at 15:19 UTC (as broadcast by the vessel)
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Frequently asked questions
What is the vessel type and age of KEN SPIRIT?
KEN SPIRIT is a Bulk Carrier built in 2012. It is currently in its 14th year of service.
What are the capacity specifications for KEN SPIRIT?
The vessel has a deadweight tonnage of 33,598. Its gross tonnage is recorded at 21,003.
Which classification society manages KEN SPIRIT?
The vessel is classed by Nippon Kaiji Kyokai. This society is a member of the International Association of Classification Societies (IACS).
Where has KEN SPIRIT been recently observed?
The vessel has been observed in East Asia and along the North America West Coast. These regions represent its most recent recorded geographic activity.
What is the PSC inspection history for KEN SPIRIT?
Over the last 36 months it has had 9 port state control (PSC) inspections and no detentions, with 10 deficiencies recorded. The most recent inspection was on 15 June 2026. All-time records show 58 inspections since 2012 and 1 detention. The most recent detention was on 3 October 2022.
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