OUPULAI 18 (IMO 9581033)
OUPULAI 18 is a Bulk Carrier built in 2010 and flying the Panama flag, placing it in its 16th year of service. The vessel reports a deadweight tonnage of 23,000 metric tonnes and a gross tonnage of 15,946. This size class is typically utilized for regional dry bulk transport operations. OUPULAI 18 is classed by Bureau Veritas, which is a member of the International Association of Classification Societies (IACS). The vessel has been observed in East Asia, South East Asia, and South Asia over recent periods. It has previously operated under three different flags and one former name. Over the last 36 months it has had 13 port state control (PSC) inspections and no detentions. The most recent inspection was on 27 April 2026.
- Type: Bulk Carrier
- Flag: Marshall Islands
- Year built: 2010
- MMSI: 538012773
- Call sign: V7B3304
- Gross tonnage: 15946
- Deadweight: 23000 t
- Length overall: 159 m
- Beam: 25 m
- Port State Control (PSC) inspections: 75 since 2012
- PSC detentions in the last 36 months: 0
- Last PSC detention: 03/12/2013, Nantong (Tokyo MoU)
- Last PSC inspection: 27/04/2026
- Registered owner: OUPULAI SHIPPING HK CO LTD (China)
- Ship manager · ISM manager: CHANG AN SHIP MANAGEMENT LTD (China)
- Last AIS position: 31°55.7′N · 120°8.7′E · Speed 9.4 kn · under way · received 11 October 2026 at 10:25 UTC
- Destination: Jiangyin (CN JGY)
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Frequently asked questions
What is the vessel type and age of OUPULAI 18?
OUPULAI 18 is a Bulk Carrier built in 2010. It is currently in its 16th year of service.
What are the capacity specifications for OUPULAI 18?
The vessel has a deadweight tonnage of 23,000 metric tonnes. Its gross tonnage is recorded at 15,946.
Which classification society manages OUPULAI 18?
The vessel is classed by Bureau Veritas, which is an IACS member. Its current class status is listed as Reinstated.
What is the PSC inspection history for this vessel?
Over the last 36 months it has had 13 port state control (PSC) inspections and no detentions, with 21 deficiencies recorded. The most recent inspection was on 27 April 2026. All-time records show 75 inspections since 2012 and 1 detention. The most recent detention was on 3 December 2013.
Where has OUPULAI 18 been operating recently?
The vessel has been observed in East Asia, South East Asia, and South Asia. These regions represent its most recent geographic activity.
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