SHUN CHANG 1 (IMO 9704324)
SHUN CHANG 1 is a Tug built in 2014 and flying the Papua New Guinea flag, placing it in its 12th year of service. The vessel reports a deadweight tonnage of 181 metric tonnes and a gross tonnage of 190. This small-scale vessel is configured for specialized towing and assistance operations. There is no classification society or IACS membership data available for this vessel. It has been observed operating in South East Asia and the New Guinea Pacific regions. The vessel has operated under two former flags and one former name. No port state control (PSC) inspections were recorded in the last 36 months; 1 inspection is on file since 2022, the most recent on 4 October 2022.
- Type: Tug
- Flag: Papua New Guinea
- Year built: 2014
- MMSI: 553111731
- Call sign: P2V5600
- Gross tonnage: 190
- Deadweight: 181 t
- Port State Control (PSC) inspections: 1 since 2022
- PSC detentions in the last 36 months: 0
- Last PSC inspection: 04/10/2022
- Registered owner · Ship manager: ELITE MARINE LTD (Papua New Guinea)
- Last AIS position: 4°10.5′S · 143°46.6′E · Speed 0.2 kn · received 3 August 2026 at 20:47 UTC
- Destination: Wewak (PG WWK)
Frequently asked questions
What is the vessel type of SHUN CHANG 1?
SHUN CHANG 1 is a Tug. It was built in 2014 and is currently in its 12th year of service.
What are the tonnage specifications for SHUN CHANG 1?
The vessel has a gross tonnage of 190. Its deadweight tonnage is recorded at 181 metric tonnes.
Where has SHUN CHANG 1 been operating recently?
The vessel has been observed in South East Asia and the New Guinea Pacific. These regions represent its most recent recorded geographic areas of operation.
How many port-state inspections has the vessel undergone?
No port state control (PSC) inspections were recorded in the last 36 months; 1 inspection is on file since 2022, the most recent on 4 October 2022.
How many former names and flags has the vessel had?
The vessel has been registered under 1 former name. It has also operated under 2 different flags previously in its history.
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