TAIPOWER PROSPERITY VIII (IMO 9567623)
TAIPOWER PROSPERITY VIII is a Bulk Carrier built in 2011 and flying the Taiwan flag, placing it in its 15th year of service. The vessel reports a deadweight tonnage of 93,773, a gross tonnage of 50,236, and no length overall is provided. This vessel is configured for bulk cargo operations within the global maritime trade. TAIPOWER PROSPERITY VIII is classed by China Corporation Register of Shipping, which is an IACS member. The vessel has been observed in the Makassar Strait, East Asia, and South East Asia. It has previously operated under one former name and one former flag. Over the last 36 months it has had 3 port state control (PSC) inspections and no detentions. The most recent inspection was on 25 August 2026.
- Type: Bulk Carrier
- Flag: Taiwan
- Year built: 2011
- MMSI: 416443000
- Call sign: BDAY
- Gross tonnage: 50236
- Deadweight: 93773 t
- Port State Control (PSC) inspections: 13 since 2012
- PSC detentions in the last 36 months: 0
- Last PSC inspection: 25/08/2026
- Registered owner: TAIWAN POWER CO
- Ship manager · ISM manager: U-MING MARINE TRANSPORT CORP
- Last AIS position: 8°32.1′N · 115°37.9′E · Speed 12.3 kn · under way · received 13 October 2026 at 17:16 UTC
- Destination: Muara Sabak (ID MSK) · ETA 16 October 2026 at 00:26 UTC (as broadcast by the vessel)
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Frequently asked questions
What is the vessel type and age of TAIPOWER PROSPERITY VIII?
TAIPOWER PROSPERITY VIII is a Bulk Carrier. It was built in 2011 and is currently in its 15th year of service.
What are the capacity specifications for this vessel?
The vessel has a deadweight tonnage of 93,773 metric tonnes. Its gross tonnage is recorded at 50,236.
Which classification society manages TAIPOWER PROSPERITY VIII?
The vessel is classed by the China Corporation Register of Shipping. This society is a member of the International Association of Classification Societies (IACS).
Where has the vessel been recently observed?
The vessel has been observed in the Makassar Strait and throughout East Asia and South East Asia. These regions represent its most recent geographic activity.
What is the port-state control record for this ship?
Over the last 36 months it has had 3 port state control (PSC) inspections and no detentions, with no deficiencies recorded. The most recent inspection was on 25 August 2026. All-time records show 13 inspections since 2012 and no detentions.
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