BELLE PLAINE (IMO 9638434)
BELLE PLAINE is a Bulk Carrier built in 2014 and flying the Hong Kong, China flag, placing it in its 12th year of service. The vessel has a deadweight tonnage of 35,485, a gross tonnage of 23,405, and a length overall of 180 metres. This size and type suggest it is configured for regional bulk commodity transport. BELLE PLAINE is classed by Bureau Veritas, which is an IACS member. The vessel has been observed in Australia and New Zealand, South East Asia, and East Asia. It has previously operated under one former name and one former flag. Over the last 36 months it has had 7 port state control (PSC) inspections and no detentions. The most recent inspection was on 18 March 2026.
- Type: Bulk Carrier
- Flag: Hong Kong, China
- Year built: 2014
- MMSI: 477133500
- Call sign: VRNA5
- Gross tonnage: 23405
- Deadweight: 35485 t
- Length overall: 180 m
- Beam: 30 m
- Port State Control (PSC) inspections: 41 since 2014
- PSC detentions in the last 36 months: 0
- Last PSC inspection: 18/03/2026
- Registered owner: VALERIE SHIPPING CO PTE LTD
- Ship manager: RAFFLES SHIPPING INTL PTE LTD
- ISM manager: RAFFLES BULK SHIPMANAGEMENT
- Last AIS position: 38°52.4′N · 118°21.4′E · Speed 11.7 kn · under way · received 13 October 2026 at 04:11 UTC
- Destination: Caofeidian Pt (CN CFD)
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Frequently asked questions
What are the dimensions of BELLE PLAINE?
The vessel has a length overall of 180 metres. It also features a beam width of 30 metres.
What is the capacity of BELLE PLAINE?
The vessel has a deadweight tonnage of 35,485 metric tonnes. Its gross tonnage is recorded at 23,405.
Which classification society manages BELLE PLAINE?
BELLE PLAINE is classed by Bureau Veritas. This society is a recognized member of the International Association of Classification Societies (IACS).
How many inspections has the vessel undergone recently?
Over the last 36 months it has had 7 port state control (PSC) inspections and no detentions, with 10 deficiencies recorded. The most recent inspection was on 18 March 2026. All-time records show 41 inspections since 2014 and no detentions.
Where has BELLE PLAINE been operating?
The vessel has been observed in South East Asia, East Asia, and the Australia and New Zealand region. These areas represent its most recent geographic activity.
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