BACON (IMO 9639517)
BACON is a Bulk Carrier built in 2013 and flying the Liberia flag, placing it in its 13th year of service. The vessel reports a deadweight tonnage of 205,170 metric tonnes, a gross tonnage of 107,478, and a length overall of 300 metres. This capacity and dimension profile is characteristic of large-scale bulk commodity transport. BACON is classed by China Classification Society, 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 three different names and three different flag states. Over the last 36 months it has had 9 port state control (PSC) inspections and no detentions. The most recent inspection was on 20 January 2026.
- Type: Bulk Carrier
- Flag: Liberia
- Year built: 2013
- MMSI: 636026407
- Call sign: 5LLK5
- Gross tonnage: 107478
- Deadweight: 205170 t
- Length overall: 300 m
- Beam: 50 m
- Port State Control (PSC) inspections: 33 since 2014
- PSC detentions in the last 36 months: 0
- Last PSC inspection: 20/01/2026
- Registered owner: HAI KUO SHIPPING 1621 LTD (Greece)
- Ship manager · ISM manager: TMS BULKERS LTD (Greece)
- Last AIS position: 22°4.4′S · 037°23.7′E · Speed 12.1 kn · under way · received 10 October 2026 at 15:12 UTC
- Destination: SEPETIBA · ETA 28 October 2026 at 20:56 UTC (as broadcast by the vessel)
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Frequently asked questions
What are the dimensions of BACON?
The vessel has a length overall of 300 metres and a beam of 50 metres. These dimensions support its capacity as a large bulk carrier.
What is the cargo capacity of BACON?
BACON has a deadweight tonnage of 205,170 metric tonnes. Its gross tonnage is recorded at 107,478.
Which classification society maintains BACON?
The vessel is classed by China Classification Society. This society is a recognized member of the International Association of Classification Societies (IACS).
How many inspections has the vessel undergone?
Over the last 36 months it has had 9 port state control (PSC) inspections and no detentions, with 6 deficiencies recorded. The most recent inspection was on 20 January 2026. All-time records show 33 inspections since 2014 and no detentions.
What is the flag history of BACON?
The vessel currently flies the Liberia flag. Its operational history includes having flown 3 different flags previously.
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