MARAN HERO (IMO 9702687)
MARAN HERO is a Bulk Carrier built in 2016 and flying the Greece flag, placing it in its 10th year of service. The vessel reports a deadweight tonnage of 180,940 metric tonnes and a gross tonnage of 94,594. At this capacity, the vessel is configured for large-scale dry bulk commodity transport. MARAN HERO 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 South America West Coast, East Africa, and East Asia regions. It has been registered under three former names and has operated under two previous flag states. Over the last 36 months it has had 4 port state control (PSC) inspections and no detentions. The most recent inspection was on 8 April 2026.
- Type: Bulk Carrier
- Flag: Greece
- Year built: 2016
- MMSI: 241428000
- Call sign: SVCJ5
- Gross tonnage: 94594
- Deadweight: 180940 t
- Port State Control (PSC) inspections: 16 since 2016
- PSC detentions in the last 36 months: 0
- Last PSC inspection: 08/04/2026
- Registered owner: BRENTON MARITIME CORP (Greece)
- Ship manager · ISM manager: MARAN DRY MANAGEMENT INC (Greece)
- Last AIS position: 11°24.2′N · 110°53.2′E · Speed 10.7 kn · under way · received 9 October 2026 at 18:48 UTC
- Destination: JING TANG · ETA 18 October 2026 at 16:06 UTC (as broadcast by the vessel)
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Frequently asked questions
What is the vessel type and age of MARAN HERO?
MARAN HERO is a Bulk Carrier built in 2016. It is currently in its 10th year of service.
What are the capacity specifications for MARAN HERO?
The vessel has a deadweight tonnage of 180,940 metric tonnes. Its gross tonnage is recorded at 94,594.
Which classification society manages MARAN HERO?
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 8 April 2026. All-time records show 16 inspections since 2016 and no detentions.
Where has MARAN HERO been recently observed?
The vessel has been observed in East Asia, East Africa, and the South America West Coast. These regions represent its recent operational footprint.
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