SPRING NELSON (IMO 9619567)
SPRING NELSON is a General Cargo Ship built in 2011 and flying the Hong Kong, China flag, placing it in its 15th year of service. The vessel reports a deadweight tonnage of 8,499 metric tonnes, a gross tonnage of 7,100, and a length overall of 112 metres. This size and type suggest its utility in regional cargo transport operations. SPRING NELSON is classed by China Classification Society, which is an IACS member. The vessel has been observed in East Asia, South East Asia, and the Makassar Strait. It has previously operated under one former name and one former flag. Over the last 36 months it has had 8 port state control (PSC) inspections and no detentions. The most recent inspection was on 13 August 2026.
- Type: General Cargo Ship
- Flag: Hong Kong, China
- Year built: 2011
- MMSI: 477950800
- Call sign: VRIT3
- Gross tonnage: 7100
- Deadweight: 8499 t
- Length overall: 112 m
- Beam: 19 m
- Port State Control (PSC) inspections: 53 since 2011
- PSC detentions in the last 36 months: 0
- Last PSC detention: 12/03/2018, Port Hedland (Indian Ocean MoU / Tokyo MoU)
- Last PSC inspection: 13/08/2026
- Registered owner: SPRING NELSON SHIPPING HK LTD (China)
- Ship manager · ISM manager: DALIAN CHUN AN SHIP MGMT CO (China)
- Last AIS position: 6°5.7′S · 106°53.0′E · Speed 11.0 kn · under way · received 13 October 2026 at 00:03 UTC
- Destination: Tanjunguban (ID TAN)
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Frequently asked questions
What is the vessel type and age of SPRING NELSON?
SPRING NELSON is a General Cargo Ship built in 2011. It is currently in its 15th year of service.
What are the dimensions of SPRING NELSON?
The vessel has a length overall of 112 metres and a beam of 19 metres. It carries a deadweight tonnage of 8,499 metric tonnes.
Which classification society maintains SPRING NELSON?
The vessel is classed by China Classification Society. This society is a member of the International Association of Classification Societies (IACS).
Where has SPRING NELSON been recently observed?
The vessel has been recorded in East Asia, South East Asia, and the Makassar Strait. These regions represent its recent operational areas.
What is the PSC inspection history for SPRING NELSON?
Over the last 36 months it has had 8 port state control (PSC) inspections and no detentions, with 3 deficiencies recorded. The most recent inspection was on 13 August 2026. All-time records show 53 inspections since 2011 and 1 detention. The most recent detention was on 12 March 2018.
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