VALADON (IMO 9677387)
VALADON is a Bulk Carrier built in 2014 and flying the Malta flag, placing it in its 12th year of service. The vessel reports a deadweight tonnage of 81,199 metric tonnes and a gross tonnage of 44,243. This size and type suggest it is configured for various dry bulk commodity trades. VALADON is classed by the American Bureau of Shipping, which is an IACS member. The vessel has been observed in the South America East Coast, East Asia, and the Singapore Strait. It has previously operated under two different names and two different flags. Over the last 36 months it has had 6 port state control (PSC) inspections and no detentions. The most recent inspection was on 24 February 2026.
- Type: Bulk Carrier
- Flag: Malta
- Year built: 2014
- MMSI: 249034000
- Call sign: 9HA6076
- Gross tonnage: 44243
- Deadweight: 81199 t
- Length overall: 229 m
- Beam: 32 m
- Port State Control (PSC) inspections: 30 since 2014
- PSC detentions in the last 36 months: 0
- Last PSC inspection: 24/02/2026
- Registered owner: HAI KUO SHIPPING 2245B LTD (Greece)
- Ship manager · ISM manager: TMS BULKERS LTD (Greece)
- Last AIS position: 33°11.2′S · 152°26.1′E · Speed 0.9 kn · under way · received 14 October 2026 at 02:57 UTC
- Destination: Newcastle (AU NTL)
Frequently asked questions
What is the vessel type and age of VALADON?
VALADON is a Bulk Carrier built in 2014. It is currently in its 12th year of service.
What are the capacity specifications for VALADON?
The vessel has a deadweight tonnage of 81,199 metric tonnes. Its gross tonnage is recorded at 44,243.
Which classification society manages VALADON?
The vessel is classed by the American Bureau of Shipping. This society is a recognized member of the International Association of Classification Societies (IACS).
Where has VALADON been recently operating?
The vessel has been observed in the Singapore Strait, East Asia, and the South America East Coast. These regions represent its most recent geographic activity.
What is the PSC inspection history for VALADON?
Over the last 36 months it has had 6 port state control (PSC) inspections and no detentions, with 7 deficiencies recorded. The most recent inspection was on 24 February 2026. All-time records show 30 inspections since 2014 and no detentions.
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