BAO CHANG (IMO 9546992)
BAO CHANG is a Bulk Carrier built in 2010 and flying the Liberia flag, placing it in its 16th year of service. The vessel reports a deadweight tonnage of 56,136 metric tonnes and a gross tonnage of 31,753. This size and type suggest its utility in regional bulk commodity transport. BAO CHANG is classed by Nippon Kaiji Kyokai, which is an IACS member. The vessel has been observed in the Malacca Strait, Singapore Strait, and across East Asia and South East Asia. It has previously operated under three former names and two different flag states. Over the last 36 months it has had 10 port state control (PSC) inspections and no detentions. The most recent inspection was on 3 June 2026.
- Type: Bulk Carrier
- Flag: Liberia
- Year built: 2010
- MMSI: 636018251
- Call sign: D5OV7
- Gross tonnage: 31753
- Deadweight: 56136 t
- Port State Control (PSC) inspections: 61 since 2010
- PSC detentions in the last 36 months: 0
- Last PSC detention: 22/08/2016, Brisbane (Tokyo MoU)
- Last PSC inspection: 03/06/2026
- Registered owner · Ship manager: BAOCHANG SHIPPING CO LTD (Marshall Islands)
- ISM manager: BAO SHENG SHIP MANAGEMENT-HKG (China)
- Last AIS position: 34°53.9′N · 121°10.9′E · Speed 11.5 kn · under way · received 12 October 2026 at 16:32 UTC
- Destination: Lianyungang (LYG) (CN LYG) · ETA 13 October 2026 at 02:46 UTC (as broadcast by the vessel)
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Frequently asked questions
What is the vessel type and age of BAO CHANG?
BAO CHANG is a Bulk Carrier built in 2010. It is currently in its 16th year of service.
What are the capacity specifications for BAO CHANG?
The vessel has a deadweight tonnage of 56,136 metric tonnes. Its gross tonnage is recorded at 31,753.
Which classification society manages BAO CHANG?
The vessel is classed by Nippon Kaiji Kyokai. This society is a member of the International Association of Classification Societies (IACS).
Where has BAO CHANG been recently observed?
The vessel has been seen in the Malacca Strait and the Singapore Strait. It also operates frequently across East Asia and South East Asia.
What is the PSC inspection history for this vessel?
Over the last 36 months it has had 10 port state control (PSC) inspections and no detentions, with 10 deficiencies recorded. The most recent inspection was on 3 June 2026. All-time records show 61 inspections since 2010 and 4 detentions. The most recent detention was on 22 August 2016.
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