VELOS ONYX (IMO 9682966)
VELOS ONYX is a Bulk Carrier built in 2014 and flying the Marshall Islands flag, placing it in its 12th year of service. The vessel reports a deadweight tonnage of 95,444 metric tonnes and a gross tonnage of 50,861. At this capacity, it is configured for standard dry bulk commodity transport. VELOS ONYX is classed by Registro Italiano Navale, which is an IACS member. The vessel has been observed in the Singapore Strait, South China Sea, and East Africa over recent periods. It has previously operated under two former names and two different flag states. Over the last 36 months it has had 6 port state control (PSC) inspections and 1 detention. The most recent inspection was on 2 September 2025.
- Type: Bulk Carrier
- Flag: Marshall Islands
- Year built: 2014
- MMSI: 538010972
- Call sign: V7A6388
- Gross tonnage: 50861
- Deadweight: 95444 t
- Beam: 38 m
- Home port: MAJURO - 10972
- Port State Control (PSC) inspections: 40 since 2014
- PSC detentions in the last 36 months: 1
- Last PSC detention: 04/03/2025, Huanghua (Tokyo MoU)
- Last PSC inspection: 02/09/2025
- Registered owner: ONYX SHIPPING LTD (Greece)
- Ship manager · ISM manager: VELOS DRY LTD (Greece)
- Last AIS position: 49°16.0′N · 147°41.3′W · Speed 11.8 kn · under way · received 10 October 2026 at 18:02 UTC
- Destination: Vancouver (CA VAN) · ETA 14 October 2026 at 13:07 UTC (as broadcast by the vessel)
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Frequently asked questions
What is the vessel type and age of VELOS ONYX?
VELOS ONYX is a Bulk Carrier built in 2014. It is currently in its 12th year of service.
What are the dimensions and capacity of VELOS ONYX?
The vessel has a deadweight tonnage of 95,444 and a gross tonnage of 50,861. Its beam is recorded at 38 metres.
Which classification society manages VELOS ONYX?
The vessel is classed by Registro Italiano Navale. This society is a member of the International Association of Classification Societies (IACS).
What is the engine power of VELOS ONYX?
The main engine is rated at 10,400 kW. This power output supports its operations as a bulk carrier.
How many PSC inspections has the vessel undergone?
Over the last 36 months it has had 6 port state control (PSC) inspections and 1 detention, with 15 deficiencies recorded. The most recent inspection was on 2 September 2025. All-time records show 40 inspections since 2014 and 1 detention. The most recent detention was on 4 March 2025.
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