MINH TRUONG 18 (IMO 9586992)
MINH TRUONG 18 is a General Cargo Ship built in 2010 and flying the Vietnam flag, placing it in its 16th year of service. The vessel reports a deadweight tonnage of 5,083 metric tonnes and a gross tonnage of 2,999. This size profile is characteristic of general cargo vessels used for regional logistics and short-sea shipping. The vessel is classed by the Vietnam Register of Shipping. It has been observed in the Indian Ocean, the South China Sea, and South East Asia over recent periods. The vessel has operated under one former flag and has been known by two former names. Over the last 36 months it has had 9 port state control (PSC) inspections and no detentions. The most recent inspection was on 16 June 2026.
- Type: General Cargo Ship
- Flag: Vietnam
- Year built: 2010
- MMSI: 574000510
- Call sign: XVZT
- Gross tonnage: 2999
- Deadweight: 5083 t
- Length overall: 92 m
- Beam: 16 m
- Port State Control (PSC) inspections: 30 since 2010
- PSC detentions in the last 36 months: 0
- Last PSC detention: 24/11/2019, Qinzhou (Tokyo MoU)
- Last PSC inspection: 16/06/2026
- Registered owner: MINH TRUONG JSC (Vietnam)
- Ship manager · ISM manager: MINH TUAN TRANSPORT & TRADING (Vietnam)
- Last AIS position: 2°1.0′S · 104°59.6′E · Speed 8.1 kn · under way under sail · received 4 October 2026 at 13:23 UTC
- Destination: Haiphong (VN HPH) · ETA 12 October 2026 at 07:00 UTC (as broadcast by the vessel)
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Frequently asked questions
What is the vessel type and age of MINH TRUONG 18?
MINH TRUONG 18 is a General Cargo Ship. It was built in 2010 and is currently in its 16th year of service.
What are the capacity specifications for MINH TRUONG 18?
The vessel has a deadweight tonnage of 5,083 metric tonnes. Its gross tonnage is recorded at 2,999.
Which classification society manages MINH TRUONG 18?
The vessel is classed by the Vietnam Register of Shipping. Its current classification status is listed as Delivered.
Where has MINH TRUONG 18 been recently observed?
The vessel has been active in the Indian Ocean and the South China Sea. It has also been observed operating throughout South East Asia.
What is the port-state control record for MINH TRUONG 18?
Over the last 36 months it has had 9 port state control (PSC) inspections and no detentions, with 18 deficiencies recorded. The most recent inspection was on 16 June 2026. All-time records show 30 inspections since 2010 and 3 detentions. The most recent detention was on 24 November 2019.
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