GREAT HOPE (IMO 9629639)
GREAT HOPE is a Bulk Carrier built in 2012 and flying the Hong Kong, China flag, placing it in its 14th year of service. The vessel reports a deadweight tonnage of 75,480, a gross tonnage of 40,913, and no length overall is specified. This capacity is typical for mid-sized bulk carriers engaged in regional or international dry bulk trades. China Classification Society, an IACS member, provides classification for the vessel. Recent maritime activity has observed the vessel in the Singapore Strait, East Africa, and South East Asia. It has previously operated under one former name and one former flag. Over the last 36 months it has had 4 port state control (PSC) inspections and no detentions. The most recent inspection was on 4 June 2026.
- Type: Bulk Carrier
- Flag: Hong Kong, China
- Year built: 2012
- MMSI: 477739700
- Call sign: VRIU4
- Gross tonnage: 40913
- Deadweight: 75480 t
- Port State Control (PSC) inspections: 43 since 2012
- PSC detentions in the last 36 months: 0
- Last PSC inspection: 04/06/2026
- Registered owner: GREAT HOPE SHIPPING LTD (China)
- Ship manager · ISM manager: HONG KONG MING WAH (China)
- Last AIS position: 23°34.2′S · 151°32.3′E · Speed 10.2 kn · under way · received 12 October 2026 at 00:03 UTC
- Destination: Boryeong (KR BOR) · ETA 27 October 2026 at 08:00 UTC (as broadcast by the vessel)
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Frequently asked questions
What is the vessel type and age of GREAT HOPE?
GREAT HOPE is a Bulk Carrier built in 2012. It is currently in its 14th year of service.
What are the deadweight and gross tonnage of GREAT HOPE?
The vessel has a deadweight tonnage of 75,480 metric tonnes. Its gross tonnage is recorded at 40,913.
Which classification society manages GREAT HOPE?
The vessel is classed by China Classification Society. This society is a member of the International Association of Classification Societies (IACS).
What is the PSC inspection history for this vessel?
Over the last 36 months it has had 4 port state control (PSC) inspections and no detentions; the deficiency count is reported for 3 of them. The most recent inspection was on 4 June 2026. All-time records show 43 inspections since 2012 and no detentions.
Where has GREAT HOPE been recently observed?
The vessel has been recently spotted in the Singapore Strait and East Africa. It has also been observed operating within South East Asia.
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