HBIS (IMO 9621352)
HBIS is an Ore Carrier built in 2014 and flying the Liberia flag, placing it in its 12th year of service. The vessel reports a deadweight tonnage of 250,868 metric tonnes, a gross tonnage of 132,588, and a length overall of 330 metres. This large-scale capacity is characteristic of vessels used for bulk ore transport. HBIS is classed by Nippon Kaiji Kyokai, which is an IACS member. The vessel has been observed in East Asia, South East Asia, and the Australia and New Zealand regions. It has previously operated under one former name and one former flag. Over the last 36 months it has had 5 port state control (PSC) inspections and no detentions. The most recent inspection was on 27 June 2026.
- Type: Ore Carrier
- Flag: Liberia
- Year built: 2014
- MMSI: 636016676
- Call sign: D5HG2
- Gross tonnage: 132588
- Deadweight: 250868 t
- Length overall: 330 m
- Beam: 57 m
- Port State Control (PSC) inspections: 15 since 2015
- PSC detentions in the last 36 months: 0
- Last PSC inspection: 27/06/2026
- Registered owner: ERICA NAVIGATION SA (Panama)
- Ship manager · ISM manager: TOYO SANGYO CO LTD (Japan)
- Last AIS position: 17°42.6′N · 129°0.1′E · Speed 11.7 kn · under way · received 9 October 2026 at 19:06 UTC
- Destination: Qingdao (CN QIN) · ETA 13 October 2026 at 19:27 UTC (as broadcast by the vessel)
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Frequently asked questions
What is the vessel type and age of HBIS?
HBIS is an Ore Carrier built in 2014. It is currently in its 12th year of service.
What are the dimensions of HBIS?
The vessel has a length overall of 330 metres and a beam of 57 metres. These dimensions support its deadweight tonnage of 250,868 metric tonnes.
Which classification society manages HBIS?
HBIS is classed by Nippon Kaiji Kyokai. This society is a member of the International Association of Classification Societies (IACS).
What is the PSC inspection history for HBIS?
Over the last 36 months it has had 5 port state control (PSC) inspections and no detentions, with 9 deficiencies recorded. The most recent inspection was on 27 June 2026. All-time records show 15 inspections since 2015 and no detentions.
Where has HBIS been recently observed?
The vessel has been active in East Asia and South East Asia. It has also been observed operating in the Australia and New Zealand regions.
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