NORTH ISLAND (IMO 9705304)
NORTH ISLAND is a Bulk Carrier 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 61,105 metric tonnes and a gross tonnage of 34,447. At this capacity, the vessel is configured for various dry bulk commodity trades. NORTH ISLAND is classed by China Classification Society, which is an IACS member. The vessel has been observed in East Asia, South America West Coast, and South East Asia over recent periods. It has previously operated under two former names and two different flag states. Over the last 36 months it has had 9 port state control (PSC) inspections and no detentions. The most recent inspection was on 2 September 2026.
- Type: Bulk Carrier
- Flag: Hong Kong, China
- Year built: 2015
- MMSI: 477681700
- Call sign: VRTX5
- Gross tonnage: 34447
- Deadweight: 61105 t
- Length overall: 200 m
- Beam: 32 m
- Port State Control (PSC) inspections: 40 since 2015
- PSC detentions in the last 36 months: 0
- Last PSC detention: 09/02/2020, Novorossiisk (Black Sea MoU)
- Last PSC inspection: 02/09/2026
- Registered owner: NORTH SHIPPING BVI LTD (China)
- Ship manager · ISM manager: PACIFIC BASIN SHIPPING HK LTD (China)
- Last AIS position: 29°8.7′N · 093°40.2′W · Speed 11.2 kn · under way · received 5 October 2026 at 23:37 UTC
- Destination: BRACU · ETA 28 October 2026 at 12:00 UTC (as broadcast by the vessel)
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Frequently asked questions
What is the vessel type and age of NORTH ISLAND?
NORTH ISLAND is a Bulk Carrier built in 2015. It is currently in its 11th year of service.
What are the capacity specifications for NORTH ISLAND?
The vessel has a deadweight tonnage of 61,105 metric tonnes. Its gross tonnage is recorded at 34,447.
Which classification society is associated with this vessel?
The vessel is classed by China Classification Society, which is an IACS member. The current class status is listed as Withdrawn.
Where has NORTH ISLAND been recently observed?
The vessel has been observed in East Asia, South East Asia, and the South America West Coast. These regions represent its recent geographic operational areas.
What is the port-state control record for NORTH ISLAND?
Over the last 36 months it has had 9 port state control (PSC) inspections and no detentions, with 10 deficiencies recorded. The most recent inspection was on 2 September 2026. All-time records show 40 inspections since 2015 and 1 detention. The most recent detention was on 9 February 2020.
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