CARDINAL VICTORY (IMO 9558165)
CARDINAL VICTORY is a Bulk Carrier built in 2011 and flying the Japan flag, placing it in its 15th year of service. The vessel reports a deadweight tonnage of 180,737 metric tonnes and a gross tonnage of 92,158. This capacity is consistent with large-scale bulk commodity transport operations. CARDINAL VICTORY is classed by Nippon Kaiji Kyokai, which is an IACS member. The vessel has been observed in East Asia, South East Asia, and South Africa over recent periods. It has previously operated under one former name and two different flag states. Over the last 36 months it has had 12 port state control (PSC) inspections and 1 detention. The most recent inspection was on 30 November 2025.
- Type: Bulk Carrier
- Flag: Japan
- Year built: 2011
- MMSI: 431342000
- Call sign: 7JWZ
- Gross tonnage: 92158
- Deadweight: 180737 t
- Length overall: 292 m
- Beam: 45 m
- Port State Control (PSC) inspections: 33 since 2012
- PSC detentions in the last 36 months: 1
- Last PSC detention: 28/11/2025, Gladstone (Indian Ocean MoU / Tokyo MoU)
- Last PSC inspection: 30/11/2025
- Registered owner: FJ SHIPPING CO LTD (Japan)
- Ship manager · ISM manager: FUKUJIN KISEN KK (Japan)
- Last AIS position: 21°11.4′S · 149°36.8′E · Speed 0.0 kn · at anchor · received 11 October 2026 at 22:13 UTC
- Destination: Hay Point (AU HPT)
Frequently asked questions
What is the vessel type and age of CARDINAL VICTORY?
CARDINAL VICTORY is a Bulk Carrier built in 2011. It is currently in its 15th year of service.
What are the capacity specifications for CARDINAL VICTORY?
The vessel has a deadweight tonnage of 180,737 metric tonnes. Its gross tonnage is recorded at 92,158.
Which classification society manages CARDINAL VICTORY?
The vessel is classed by Nippon Kaiji Kyokai. This society is a member of the International Association of Classification Societies (IACS).
Where has CARDINAL VICTORY been recently observed?
The vessel has been observed in East Asia, South East Asia, and South Africa. These regions represent its recent operational geographic areas.
What is the PSC inspection history for CARDINAL VICTORY?
Over the last 36 months it has had 12 port state control (PSC) inspections and 1 detention, with 41 deficiencies recorded. The most recent inspection was on 30 November 2025. All-time records show 33 inspections since 2012 and 1 detention. The most recent detention was on 28 November 2025.
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