SM CHALLENGER (IMO 9574418)
SM CHALLENGER is a Bulk Carrier built in 2010 and flying the Marshall Islands flag, placing it in its 16th year of service. The vessel reports a deadweight tonnage of 93,328 metric tonnes and a gross tonnage of 51,158. At this capacity, it functions as a mid-sized bulk carrier suitable for various dry cargo trades. SM CHALLENGER is classed by the Korean Register, which is an IACS member. The vessel has been observed in East Asia, South East Asia, and the New Guinea Pacific regions. It has operated under two former names and two former flags. Over the last 36 months it has had 6 port state control (PSC) inspections and no detentions. The most recent inspection was on 17 November 2025.
- Type: Bulk Carrier
- Flag: Marshall Islands
- Year built: 2010
- MMSI: 538007528
- Call sign: V7TJ5
- Gross tonnage: 51158
- Deadweight: 93328 t
- Home port: MAJURO
- Port State Control (PSC) inspections: 34 since 2011
- PSC detentions in the last 36 months: 0
- Last PSC inspection: 17/11/2025
- Registered owner: KOREA TONNAGE NO 33 SHIPPING (South Korea)
- Ship manager: KOREA LINE CORP (South Korea)
- Technical manager: KLCSM CO., LTD
- ISM manager: KLC SM CO LTD (South Korea)
- Last AIS position: 43°24.9′N · 178°51.6′W · Speed 7.9 kn · under way · received 9 October 2026 at 08:49 UTC
- Destination: Vancouver (CA VAN) · ETA 17 October 2026 at 16:03 UTC (as broadcast by the vessel)
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Frequently asked questions
What is the vessel type and age of SM CHALLENGER?
SM CHALLENGER is a Bulk Carrier built in 2010. It is currently in its 16th year of service.
What are the capacity specifications for SM CHALLENGER?
The vessel has a deadweight tonnage of 93,328 metric tonnes. Its gross tonnage is recorded at 51,158.
Which classification society maintains SM CHALLENGER?
The vessel is classed by the Korean Register. This society is a recognized member of the International Association of Classification Societies (IACS).
What is the PSC inspection history for this vessel?
Over the last 36 months it has had 6 port state control (PSC) inspections and no detentions, with 1 deficiency recorded. The most recent inspection was on 17 November 2025. All-time records show 34 inspections since 2011 and no detentions.
Where has SM CHALLENGER been recently observed?
The vessel has been active in East Asia and South East Asia. It has also been recorded in the Australia, New Zealand, and New Guinea Pacific regions.
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