HL ESPERANCE (IMO 9597745)
HL ESPERANCE is a Bulk Carrier built in 2012 and flying the Panama flag, placing it in its 14th year of service. The vessel reports a deadweight tonnage of 179,062 metric tonnes and a gross tonnage of 93,432. Based on its capacity, it is configured for significant dry bulk transport operations. HL ESPERANCE is classed by the Korean Register, which is an IACS member. The vessel has been observed in the East Asia, Australia and New Zealand, and North America West Coast regions. It has previously operated under one former flag and has been known by two former names. Over the last 36 months it has had 3 port state control (PSC) inspections and no detentions. The most recent inspection was on 18 November 2025.
- Type: Bulk Carrier
- Flag: Panama
- Year built: 2012
- MMSI: 371173000
- Call sign: 3FMS3
- Gross tonnage: 93432
- Deadweight: 179062 t
- Home port: PANAMA
- Port State Control (PSC) inspections: 19 since 2013
- PSC detentions in the last 36 months: 0
- Last PSC inspection: 18/11/2025
- Registered owner: TRITON 2 SA (South Korea)
- Ship manager · Technical manager · ISM manager: H-LINE SHIPPING CO LTD (South Korea)
- Last AIS position: 49°0.9′N · 123°37.6′W · Speed 0.0 kn · at anchor · received 15 October 2026 at 05:22 UTC
- Destination: Vancouver (CA VAN)
Frequently asked questions
What is the vessel type and age of HL ESPERANCE?
HL ESPERANCE is a Bulk Carrier built in 2012. It is currently in its 14th year of service.
What are the capacity specifications for HL ESPERANCE?
The vessel has a deadweight tonnage of 179,062 metric tonnes. Its gross tonnage is recorded at 93,432.
Which classification society maintains HL ESPERANCE?
The vessel is classed by the Korean Register, which is an IACS member. Its current classification status is listed as Reinstated.
What is the PSC inspection history for this vessel?
Over the last 36 months it has had 3 port state control (PSC) inspections and no detentions, with 6 deficiencies recorded. The most recent inspection was on 18 November 2025. All-time records show 19 inspections since 2013 and no detentions.
Where has HL ESPERANCE been recently observed?
The vessel has been active in East Asia, Australia and New Zealand, and the North America West Coast. These regions represent its most recent geographic areas of operation.
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