CORAL CHIEF (IMO 9689938)
CORAL CHIEF is a Container Ship built in 2015 and flying the Hong Kong, China flag, placing it in its 11th year of service. The vessel reports a deadweight tonnage of 22,032 metric tonnes, a gross tonnage of 18,723, and a length overall of 176 metres. This vessel is configured for containerized cargo transport within regional trade routes. CORAL CHIEF is classed by Lloyd's Register, which is a member of the International Association of Classification Societies (IACS). The vessel has been observed in the Australia and New Zealand and New Guinea Pacific regions. It has previously operated under one former name and one former flag. Over the last 36 months it has had 4 port state control (PSC) inspections and no detentions. The most recent inspection was on 2 July 2025.
- Type: Container Ship
- Flag: Hong Kong, China
- Year built: 2015
- MMSI: 477066300
- Call sign: VROC5
- Gross tonnage: 18723
- Deadweight: 22032 t
- Length overall: 176 m
- Beam: 28 m
- Port State Control (PSC) inspections: 25 since 2015
- PSC detentions in the last 36 months: 0
- Last PSC inspection: 02/07/2025
- Registered owner · Ship manager · ISM manager: SWIRE SHIPPING PTE LTD (Singapore)
- Last AIS position: 10°21.3′S · 147°58.3′E · Speed 12.4 kn · under way · received 13 October 2026 at 16:00 UTC
- Destination: Lae (PG LAE) · ETA 15 October 2026 at 03:42 UTC (as broadcast by the vessel)
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Frequently asked questions
What is the vessel type and age of CORAL CHIEF?
CORAL CHIEF is a container ship built in 2015. It is currently in its 11th year of service.
What are the dimensions of CORAL CHIEF?
The vessel has a length overall of 176 metres and a beam of 28 metres. It possesses a deadweight tonnage of 22,032 metric tonnes.
Which classification society maintains CORAL CHIEF?
The vessel is classed by Lloyd's Register. This society is a recognized member of the International Association of Classification Societies (IACS).
What is the PSC inspection history for this vessel?
Over the last 36 months it has had 4 port state control (PSC) inspections and no detentions, with 2 deficiencies recorded. The most recent inspection was on 2 July 2025. All-time records show 25 inspections since 2015 and no detentions.
Where has CORAL CHIEF been operating recently?
The vessel has been observed in the Australia and New Zealand and New Guinea Pacific regions. It is currently flying the Hong Kong, China flag.
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