YANGZE 21 (IMO 9602368)
YANGZE 21 is a Bulk Carrier built in 2012 and flying the Liberia flag, placing it in its 14th year of service. The vessel reports a deadweight tonnage of 82,122 metric tonnes and a gross tonnage of 43,093. This size and type suggest it is configured for various dry bulk commodities across global trade routes. YANGZE 21 is classed by Nippon Kaiji Kyokai, which is an IACS member. The vessel has been observed in the South America East Coast, South Africa, and South East Asia over recent periods. It has previously operated under two former names and two different flag states. Over the last 36 months it has had 7 port state control (PSC) inspections and no detentions. The most recent inspection was on 2 August 2026.
- Type: Bulk Carrier
- Flag: Liberia
- Year built: 2012
- MMSI: 636021587
- Call sign: 5LER7
- Gross tonnage: 43093
- Deadweight: 82122 t
- Port State Control (PSC) inspections: 38 since 2012
- PSC detentions in the last 36 months: 0
- Last PSC detention: 30/08/2021, Aughinish (Paris MoU)
- Last PSC inspection: 02/08/2026
- Registered owner: YANGZE CRIUS SHIPPING PTE LTD (China)
- Ship manager · ISM manager: SHANGHAI RUN YUAN SHIPPING (China)
- Last AIS position: 41°34.2′N · 140°43.5′E · Speed 8.5 kn · under way · received 8 October 2026 at 15:07 UTC
- Destination: FANG CHENG CN · ETA 18 October 2026 at 06:00 UTC (as broadcast by the vessel)
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Frequently asked questions
What is the vessel type and age of YANGZE 21?
YANGZE 21 is a Bulk Carrier built in 2012. It is currently in its 14th year of service.
What are the capacity specifications for YANGZE 21?
The vessel has a deadweight tonnage of 82,122 metric tonnes. Its gross tonnage is recorded at 43,093.
Which classification society manages YANGZE 21?
The vessel is classed by Nippon Kaiji Kyokai. This society is a recognized member of the International Association of Classification Societies (IACS).
Where has YANGZE 21 been recently observed?
The vessel has been observed in South Africa and the South America East Coast. It has also been tracked in the South East Asia and Australia/New Zealand regions.
What is the PSC inspection history for YANGZE 21?
Over the last 36 months it has had 7 port state control (PSC) inspections and no detentions, with 4 deficiencies recorded. The most recent inspection was on 2 August 2026. All-time records show 38 inspections since 2012 and 1 detention. The most recent detention was on 30 August 2021.
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