HONGLI 8 (IMO 9659933)

HONGLI 8 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 35,050 metric tonnes and a gross tonnage of 22,478. At this capacity, the vessel is configured for various dry bulk commodity trades. HONGLI 8 is classed by Bureau Veritas, which is an IACS member. The vessel has been observed in West Africa, Middle America and the Gulf of Mexico, and East Asia. It has previously operated under four different flag states and one former name. Over the last 36 months it has had 27 port state control (PSC) inspections and 1 detention. The most recent inspection was on 27 January 2026.

Frequently asked questions

What is the vessel type and age of HONGLI 8?

HONGLI 8 is a Bulk Carrier built in 2012. It is currently in its 14th year of service.

What are the capacity specifications for HONGLI 8?

The vessel has a deadweight tonnage of 35,050 metric tonnes. Its gross tonnage is recorded at 22,478.

Which classification society is associated with this vessel?

The vessel is classed by Bureau Veritas, which is an IACS member. The current class status for the vessel is listed as Withdrawn.

Where has HONGLI 8 been recently observed?

The vessel has been observed in West Africa, Middle America and the Gulf of Mexico, and East Asia. These regions represent its most recent geographic activity.

How many PSC inspections has the vessel undergone?

Over the last 36 months it has had 27 port state control (PSC) inspections and 1 detention; the deficiency count is reported for 24 of them. The most recent inspection was on 27 January 2026. All-time records show 64 inspections since 2012 and 4 detentions. The most recent detention was on 27 June 2025.

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