SOLAR HOPE (IMO 9569774)
SOLAR HOPE is a Bulk Carrier built in 2010 and flying the Hong Kong, China flag, placing it in its 16th year of service. The vessel reports a deadweight tonnage of 179,385 metric tonnes and a gross tonnage of 93,631. This capacity indicates a large-scale bulk carrier suitable for major commodity transport. SOLAR HOPE is classed by Korean Register, which is an IACS member. The vessel has been observed in the Singapore Strait, South China Sea, and South Africa over recent periods. It has operated under two former names and two former flags. Over the last 36 months it has had 1 port state control (PSC) inspection and no detentions. The most recent inspection was on 13 April 2026.
- Type: Bulk Carrier
- Flag: Hong Kong, China
- Year built: 2010
- MMSI: 477884400
- Call sign: VRQI7
- Gross tonnage: 93631
- Deadweight: 179385 t
- Length overall: 292 m
- Beam: 45 m
- Home port: HONG KONG
- Port State Control (PSC) inspections: 15 since 2011
- PSC detentions in the last 36 months: 0
- Last PSC inspection: 13/04/2026
- Registered owner: HUIZHI TIANJIN SHIPPING (South Korea)
- Ship manager · ISM manager: POLARIS SHIPPING CO LTD-KRS (South Korea)
- Technical manager: POLARIS SHIPPING CO.,LTD
- Last AIS position: 33°5.9′S · 031°14.0′E · Speed 11.2 kn · under way · received 2 October 2026 at 19:56 UTC
- Destination: Singapore (SG SIN) · ETA 20 October 2026 at 19:12 UTC (as broadcast by the vessel)
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Frequently asked questions
What is the vessel type and age of SOLAR HOPE?
SOLAR HOPE is a Bulk Carrier built in 2010. It is currently in its 16th year of service.
What are the capacity specifications for SOLAR HOPE?
The vessel has a deadweight tonnage of 179,385 metric tonnes. Its gross tonnage is recorded at 93,631.
Which classification society manages SOLAR HOPE?
The vessel is classed by Korean Register. This society is a recognized member of the International Association of Classification Societies (IACS).
Where has SOLAR HOPE been recently observed?
The vessel has been observed in several regions, including the Singapore Strait and the South China Sea. It has also been noted in South Africa and South East Asia.
What is the PSC inspection history for SOLAR HOPE?
Over the last 36 months it has had 1 port state control (PSC) inspection and no detentions, with 5 deficiencies recorded. The most recent inspection was on 13 April 2026. All-time records show 15 inspections since 2011 and no detentions.
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