GUANG ZHOU FA ZHAN 4 (IMO 9600827)
GUANG ZHOU FA ZHAN 4 is a Bulk Carrier built in 2011 and flying the China Peoples's Republic flag, placing it in its 15th year of service. The vessel reports a deadweight tonnage of 57,025 metric tonnes and a gross tonnage of 32,858. This vessel is configured for bulk cargo operations within various global trade routes. GUANG ZHOU FA ZHAN 4 is classed by China Classification Society, which is an IACS member. The vessel has been observed in the Singapore Strait, East Africa, 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 2 port state control (PSC) inspections and no detentions. The most recent inspection was on 29 September 2025.
- Type: Bulk Carrier
- Flag: China Peoples's Republic
- Year built: 2011
- MMSI: 412124000
- Call sign: BYFP
- Gross tonnage: 32858
- Deadweight: 57025 t
- Length overall: 190 m
- Beam: 32 m
- Port State Control (PSC) inspections: 5 since 2012
- PSC detentions in the last 36 months: 0
- Last PSC inspection: 29/09/2025
- Registered owner: GUANGZHOU DEVELOPMENT SHIPPING (China)
- Ship manager: CHINA SHIPPING DEVELOPMENT CO (China)
- ISM manager: SHENZHEN OCEAN SHIPPING CO LTD (China)
- Last AIS position: 4°2.6′S · 039°38.0′E · Speed 0.9 kn · received 29 September 2026 at 07:50 UTC
- Destination: Mombasa (KE MBA)
Frequently asked questions
What is the vessel type and age of GUANG ZHOU FA ZHAN 4?
GUANG ZHOU FA ZHAN 4 is a Bulk Carrier built in 2011. It is currently in its 15th year of service.
What are the tonnage specifications for this vessel?
The vessel has a deadweight tonnage of 57,025 metric tonnes. Its gross tonnage is recorded at 32,858.
Which classification society maintains GUANG ZHOU FA ZHAN 4?
The vessel is classed by China Classification Society. This society is a recognized member of the International Association of Classification Societies (IACS).
Where has the vessel been recently observed?
Recent geographic data shows the vessel has been active in the Singapore Strait and East Africa. It has also been observed operating within East Asia.
What is the port-state control record for this ship?
Over the last 36 months it has had 2 port state control (PSC) inspections and no detentions, with 1 deficiency recorded. The most recent inspection was on 29 September 2025. All-time records show 5 inspections since 2012 and no detentions.
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