HONG YU (IMO 9548548)
HONG YU is a Bulk Carrier built in 2009 and flying the Hong Kong, China flag, placing it in its 17th year of service. The vessel reports a deadweight tonnage of 76,381 metric tonnes and a gross tonnage of 40,896. This size and type suggest its utility in various dry bulk commodity trades. HONG YU is classed by China Classification Society, which is an IACS member. The vessel has been observed in East Africa, South Africa, and the East Coast of South America. It has previously operated under one former name and one former flag. Over the last 36 months it has had 8 port state control (PSC) inspections and no detentions. The most recent inspection was on 16 July 2025.
- Type: Bulk Carrier
- Flag: Hong Kong, China
- Year built: 2009
- MMSI: 477595900
- Call sign: VRFR9
- Gross tonnage: 40896
- Deadweight: 76381 t
- Length overall: 225 m
- Beam: 32 m
- Port State Control (PSC) inspections: 51 since 2010
- PSC detentions in the last 36 months: 0
- Last PSC inspection: 16/07/2025
- Registered owner: MARIENVOY SHIPPING LTD (China)
- Ship manager: COSCO HK SHIPPING CO LTD (China)
- ISM manager: COSCO SHIPPING BULK CO LTD (China)
- Last AIS position: 10°23.7′N · 112°23.1′E · Speed 7.8 kn · under way · received 11 October 2026 at 01:41 UTC
- Destination: Dongjiakou (CN DJA) · ETA 18 October 2026 at 00:00 UTC (as broadcast by the vessel)
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Frequently asked questions
What is the vessel type and age of HONG YU?
HONG YU is a Bulk Carrier built in 2009. It is currently in its 17th year of service.
What are the tonnage specifications for HONG YU?
The vessel has a deadweight tonnage of 76,381 metric tonnes. Its gross tonnage is recorded at 40,896.
Which classification society manages HONG YU?
The vessel is classed by China Classification Society. This society is a recognized member of the International Association of Classification Societies (IACS).
Where has HONG YU been recently observed?
The vessel has been observed in several regions including East Africa, South Africa, and the East Coast of South America. These observations cover its recent operational transit routes.
What is the PSC inspection history for HONG YU?
Over the last 36 months it has had 8 port state control (PSC) inspections and no detentions, with 8 deficiencies recorded. The most recent inspection was on 16 July 2025. All-time records show 51 inspections since 2010 and no detentions.
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