ESPERANCE BAY (IMO 9580326)
ESPERANCE BAY 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 28,217 metric tonnes and a gross tonnage of 17,019. At this capacity, it is configured for regional bulk commodity transport. ESPERANCE BAY is classed by Nippon Kaiji Kyokai, which is an IACS member. The vessel has been observed in East Asia, South East Asia, and the Australia and New Zealand regions. It has previously operated under one former name and one former flag. Over the last 36 months it has had 9 port state control (PSC) inspections and no detentions. The most recent inspection was on 2 December 2025.
- Type: Bulk Carrier
- Flag: Hong Kong, China
- Year built: 2010
- MMSI: 477961200
- Call sign: VRHM6
- Gross tonnage: 17019
- Deadweight: 28217 t
- Port State Control (PSC) inspections: 51 since 2010
- PSC detentions in the last 36 months: 0
- Last PSC inspection: 02/12/2025
- Registered owner: ESPERANCE BAY LTD (China)
- Ship manager · ISM manager: PACIFIC BASIN SHIPPING HK LTD (China)
- Last AIS position: 3°34.6′N · 113°19.2′E · Speed 11.4 kn · under way · received 11 October 2026 at 16:10 UTC
- Destination: Samalaju (MY SIP)
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Frequently asked questions
What is the vessel type and age of ESPERANCE BAY?
ESPERANCE BAY is a Bulk Carrier built in 2010. It is currently in its 16th year of service.
What are the capacity specifications for ESPERANCE BAY?
The vessel has a deadweight tonnage of 28,217 metric tonnes. Its gross tonnage is recorded at 17,019.
Which classification society manages ESPERANCE BAY?
The vessel is classed by Nippon Kaiji Kyokai. This society is a 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 9 port state control (PSC) inspections and no detentions, with 16 deficiencies recorded. The most recent inspection was on 2 December 2025. All-time records show 51 inspections since 2010 and no detentions.
Where has ESPERANCE BAY been operating recently?
The vessel has been observed in East Asia, South East Asia, and the Australia and New Zealand regions. It has also been noted in the New Guinea Pacific area.
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