UBC HOUSTON (IMO 9697143)
UBC HOUSTON is a Bulk Carrier built in 2015 and flying the Marshall Islands flag, placing it in its 11th year of service. The vessel reports a deadweight tonnage of 38,762 metric tonnes and a gross tonnage of 25,515. At this capacity, it is configured for regional bulk commodity transport. UBC HOUSTON is classed by DNV, which is a member of the International Association of Classification Societies (IACS). The vessel has been observed in West Europe, East Asia, and the Australia/New Zealand region over recent periods. It has previously operated under two former names and three different flag states. Over the last 36 months it has had 13 port state control (PSC) inspections and no detentions. The most recent inspection was on 14 August 2026.
- Type: Bulk Carrier
- Flag: Marshall Islands
- Year built: 2015
- MMSI: 538011637
- Call sign: V7A3231
- Gross tonnage: 25515
- Deadweight: 38762 t
- Length overall: 180 m
- Beam: 32 m
- Port State Control (PSC) inspections: 43 since 2015
- PSC detentions in the last 36 months: 0
- Last PSC inspection: 14/08/2026
- Registered owner: HOUSTON MARITIME CO LTD (Cyprus)
- Ship manager: CARGO SHIPTRADING CYPRUS LTD (Cyprus)
- ISM manager: WALLEM SHIPMANAGEMENT LTD (China)
- Last AIS position: 29°54.7′N · 090°5.7′W · Speed 11.1 kn · under way · received 18 October 2026 at 00:50 UTC
- Destination: SW PASS
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Frequently asked questions
What is the vessel type and age of UBC HOUSTON?
UBC HOUSTON is a Bulk Carrier built in 2015. It is currently in its 11th year of service.
What are the tonnage specifications for UBC HOUSTON?
The vessel has a deadweight tonnage of 38,762 metric tonnes. Its gross tonnage is recorded at 25,515.
Which classification society is associated with this vessel?
The vessel is classed by DNV, which is an IACS member. Its current classification status is listed as Withdrawn.
Where has UBC HOUSTON been recently observed?
The vessel has been observed in West Europe, East Asia, and the Australia and New Zealand regions. These areas represent its recent recent geographic trading footprint.
How many PSC inspections has the vessel undergone?
Over the last 36 months it has had 13 port state control (PSC) inspections and no detentions; the deficiency count is reported for 11 of them. The most recent inspection was on 14 August 2026. All-time records show 43 inspections since 2015 and no detentions.
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