ROYAL 16 (IMO 9600011)
ROYAL 16 is a Bulk Carrier built in 2011 and flying the Vietnam flag, placing it in its 15th year of service. The vessel reports a deadweight tonnage of 5,610 metric tonnes and a gross tonnage of 2,999. Given its specifications, it is configured for smaller-scale bulk cargo operations. ROYAL 16 is classed by the Vietnam Register of Shipping. The vessel has been observed in South East Asia, the Singapore Strait, and East Asia over recent periods. It has previously operated under one former name and one former flag. Over the last 36 months it has had 6 port state control (PSC) inspections and no detentions. The most recent inspection was on 5 April 2026.
- Type: Bulk Carrier
- Flag: Vietnam
- Year built: 2011
- MMSI: 574001080
- Call sign: 3WCU9
- Gross tonnage: 2999
- Deadweight: 5610 t
- Port State Control (PSC) inspections: 43 since 2011
- PSC detentions in the last 36 months: 0
- Last PSC detention: 14/09/2011, Bangkok (Tokyo MoU)
- Last PSC inspection: 05/04/2026
- Registered owner: QUY SANG TRADING SHIPPING JSC (Vietnam)
- Ship manager · ISM manager: HOANG GIA SHIPPING SERVICES (Vietnam)
- Last AIS position: 10°25.0′N · 107°10.8′E · Speed 0.7 kn · received 10 October 2026 at 17:21 UTC
- Destination: To be nominated
Frequently asked questions
What is the vessel type and age of ROYAL 16?
ROYAL 16 is a Bulk Carrier built in 2011. It is currently in its 15th year of service.
What are the capacity specifications for ROYAL 16?
The vessel has a deadweight tonnage of 5,610 metric tonnes. Its gross tonnage is recorded at 2,999.
Which flag does the vessel currently fly?
The vessel flies the flag of Vietnam. It has previously operated under one different flag state during its history.
What is the classification status of ROYAL 16?
The vessel is classed by the Vietnam Register of Shipping. Its current classification status is listed as Delivered.
How many PSC inspections has the vessel undergone?
Over the last 36 months it has had 6 port state control (PSC) inspections and no detentions, with 16 deficiencies recorded. The most recent inspection was on 5 April 2026. All-time records show 43 inspections since 2011 and 1 detention. The most recent detention was on 14 September 2011.
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