SHANDONG HUA ZHANG (IMO 9621168)
SHANDONG HUA ZHANG is a Bulk Carrier built in 2014 and flying the Hong Kong, China flag, placing it in its 12th year of service. The vessel reports a deadweight tonnage of 179,938 metric tonnes and a gross tonnage of 95,086. At this capacity, the vessel is configured for large-scale dry bulk commodity transport. SHANDONG HUA ZHANG is classed by China Classification Society, which is an IACS member. The vessel has been observed in the Makassar Strait, East Asia, and South East Asia over recent periods. It has operated under one former name and one former flag. Over the last 36 months it has had 10 port state control (PSC) inspections and no detentions. The most recent inspection was on 8 September 2026.
- Type: Bulk Carrier
- Flag: Hong Kong, China
- Year built: 2014
- MMSI: 477257600
- Call sign: VRMU5
- Gross tonnage: 95086
- Deadweight: 179938 t
- Port State Control (PSC) inspections: 31 since 2014
- PSC detentions in the last 36 months: 0
- Last PSC inspection: 08/09/2026
- Registered owner: HAI SHENG NO 14 TIANJIN BOBFL (China)
- Ship manager: SHANDONG SHIPPING BULK (China)
- ISM manager: QILU SHIP MANAGEMENT CO LTD (China)
- Last AIS position: 5°40.5′S · 088°10.3′W · Speed 14.7 kn · received 24 August 2026 at 00:13 UTC
- Destination: San Nicolas (PE SNX) · ETA 26 August 2026 at 21:27 UTC (as broadcast by the vessel)
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Frequently asked questions
What is the vessel type and age of SHANDONG HUA ZHANG?
SHANDONG HUA ZHANG is a Bulk Carrier built in 2014. It is currently in its 12th year of service.
What are the capacity specifications for this vessel?
The vessel has a deadweight tonnage of 179,938 metric tonnes. Its gross tonnage is recorded at 95,086.
Which classification society maintains this ship?
The vessel is classed by China Classification Society. This society is a recognized member of the International Association of Classification Societies (IACS).
What is the PSC inspection history for SHANDONG HUA ZHANG?
Over the last 36 months it has had 10 port state control (PSC) inspections and no detentions, with 10 deficiencies recorded. The most recent inspection was on 8 September 2026. All-time records show 31 inspections since 2014 and no detentions.
Where has the vessel been recently observed?
The vessel has been tracked in the Makassar Strait and throughout East and South East Asia. These regions represent its most recent areas of operation.
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