DIRECTION SW (IMO 9643726)
DIRECTION SW is a Bulk Carrier built in 2012 and flying the Panama flag, placing it in its 14th year of service. The vessel reports a deadweight tonnage of 16,410 metric tonnes, a gross tonnage of 9,998, and a length overall of 135 metres. This size profile is characteristic of smaller bulk carriers used for regional cargo distribution. DIRECTION SW is classed by China Corporation Register of Shipping, which is an IACS member. The vessel has been observed in East Asia and South East Asia over recent periods. It has previously operated under one former name and one former flag. Over the last 36 months it has had 9 port state control (PSC) inspections and no detentions. The most recent inspection was on 20 April 2026.
- Type: Bulk Carrier
- Flag: Panama
- Year built: 2012
- MMSI: 371364000
- Call sign: 3FWJ8
- Gross tonnage: 9998
- Deadweight: 16410 t
- Length overall: 135 m
- Beam: 22 m
- Port State Control (PSC) inspections: 46 since 2013
- PSC detentions in the last 36 months: 0
- Last PSC inspection: 20/04/2026
- Registered owner: DONG LIEN MARITIME SA
- Ship manager · ISM manager: SHIH WEI NAVIGATION CO LTD
- Last AIS position: 1°10.7′N · 103°50.9′E · Speed 10.2 kn · under way · received 10 October 2026 at 15:45 UTC
- Destination: Surabaya (ID SUB) · ETA 13 October 2026 at 12:00 UTC (as broadcast by the vessel)
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Frequently asked questions
DIRECTION SW is a Bulk Carrier built in 2012. It is currently in its 14th year of service.
DIRECTION SW is a Bulk Carrier built in 2012. It is currently in its 14th year of service.
What are the dimensions of DIRECTION SW?
The vessel has a length overall of 135 metres and a beam of 22 metres. It carries a deadweight tonnage of 16,410 metric tonnes.
Which classification society is associated with this vessel?
The vessel is associated with the China Corporation Register of Shipping. This society is an IACS member, though the vessel's current class status is listed as Withdrawn.
What is the PSC inspection history for DIRECTION SW?
Over the last 36 months it has had 9 port state control (PSC) inspections and no detentions, with 5 deficiencies recorded. The most recent inspection was on 20 April 2026. All-time records show 46 inspections since 2013 and no detentions.
Where has DIRECTION SW been operating recently?
The vessel has been observed in the East Asia and South East Asia regions. These areas represent its most recent recorded geographic activity.
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