CHINA STEEL EXPLORATION (IMO 9702560)
CHINA STEEL EXPLORATION is a Bulk Carrier built in 2015 and flying the Panama flag, placing it in its 11th year of service. The vessel reports a deadweight tonnage of 207,999, a gross tonnage of 107,075, and no length overall is specified. This capacity suggests it operates within the large-scale dry bulk commodity markets. CHINA STEEL EXPLORATION is classed by China Corporation Register of Shipping, which is an IACS member. The vessel has been observed in the Celebes Sea, East Asia, and South East Asia over recent periods. It has previously operated under one former name and one former flag. Over the last 36 months it has had 3 port state control (PSC) inspections and no detentions. The most recent inspection was on 27 October 2025.
- Type: Bulk Carrier
- Flag: Panama
- Year built: 2015
- MMSI: 370359000
- Call sign: 3FMW7
- Gross tonnage: 107075
- Deadweight: 207999 t
- Length overall: 299 m
- Beam: 50 m
- Port State Control (PSC) inspections: 13 since 2015
- PSC detentions in the last 36 months: 0
- Last PSC inspection: 27/10/2025
- Registered owner: CSE TRANSPORT CORP
- Ship manager · ISM manager: CHINA STEEL EXPRESS CORP
- Last AIS position: 15°13.2′N · 119°10.3′E · Speed 10.3 kn · under way · received 10 October 2026 at 04:48 UTC
- Destination: Kaohsiung (TW KHH) · ETA 11 October 2026 at 23:54 UTC (as broadcast by the vessel)
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Frequently asked questions
What is the vessel type and age of CHINA STEEL EXPLORATION?
CHINA STEEL EXPLORATION is a Bulk Carrier. It was built in 2015 and is currently in its 11th year of service.
What are the capacity specifications for this vessel?
The vessel has a deadweight tonnage of 207,999 metric tonnes. Its gross tonnage is recorded at 107,075.
Which classification society manages CHINA STEEL EXPLORATION?
The vessel is classed by the China Corporation Register of Shipping. This society is a member of the International Association of Classification Societies (IACS).
Where has the vessel been recently observed?
The vessel has been seen in the Celebes Sea and the Makassar Strait. It has also been active in East Asia and South East Asia.
What is the port-state control record for this ship?
Over the last 36 months it has had 3 port state control (PSC) inspections and no detentions, with 2 deficiencies recorded. The most recent inspection was on 27 October 2025. All-time records show 13 inspections since 2015 and no detentions.
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