BLUE TIGER (IMO 9602978)
HONCHO is a Bulk Carrier built in 2011 and flying the Liberia flag, placing it in its 15th year of service. The vessel reports a deadweight tonnage of 56,603 metric tonnes and a gross tonnage of 32,962. This size and type suggest it is configured for versatile dry bulk operations. HONCHO is classed by Lloyd's Register, which is a member of the International Association of Classification Societies (IACS). The vessel has been observed in the Mediterranean Sea, South Asia, and Middle America and the Gulf of Mexico. It has previously operated under two different flag states and has been known by three former names. Over the last 36 months it has had 15 port state control (PSC) inspections and no detentions. The most recent inspection was on 23 September 2026.
- Type: Bulk Carrier
- Flag: Liberia
- Year built: 2011
- MMSI: 636021852
- Call sign: 5LGA2
- Gross tonnage: 32962
- Deadweight: 56603 t
- Length overall: 190 m
- Beam: 32 m
- Port State Control (PSC) inspections: 54 since 2011
- PSC detentions in the last 36 months: 0
- Last PSC inspection: 23/09/2026
- Registered owner: DRITA SHIPHOLDING INC (Greece)
- Ship manager · ISM manager: DEEP BLUE MARINE CONSULTANTS (Greece)
- Last AIS position: 10°24.6′N · 066°46.9′E · Speed 11.4 kn · under way · received 10 October 2026 at 04:37 UTC
- Destination: Incheon (INC) (KR INC) · ETA 30 October 2026 at 02:48 UTC (as broadcast by the vessel)
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Frequently asked questions
What is the vessel type and age of HONCHO?
HONCHO is a Bulk Carrier built in 2011. It is currently in its 15th year of service.
What are the tonnage specifications for HONCHO?
The vessel has a deadweight tonnage of 56,603 metric tonnes. Its gross tonnage is recorded at 32,962.
Which classification society manages HONCHO?
The vessel is classed by Lloyd's Register. This society is a recognized member of the International Association of Classification Societies (IACS).
Where has HONCHO been recently observed?
The vessel has been active in the Mediterranean Sea and South Asia. It has also been recorded in the Middle America and Gulf of Mexico regions.
What is the PSC inspection history for HONCHO?
Over the last 36 months it has had 15 port state control (PSC) inspections and no detentions, with 50 deficiencies recorded. The most recent inspection was on 23 September 2026. All-time records show 54 inspections since 2011 and no detentions.
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