GENCO DEFENDER (IMO 9718210)
GENCO DEFENDER is a Bulk Carrier built in 2016 and flying the Marshall Islands flag, placing it in its 10th year of service. The vessel reports a deadweight tonnage of 180,377 metric tonnes, a gross tonnage of 94,013, and a length overall of 292 metres. This size and capacity are characteristic of large-scale bulk transport operations. GENCO DEFENDER is classed by Lloyd's Register, which is a member of the International Association of Classification Societies (IACS). The vessel has been observed in Australia and New Zealand, East Asia, and South East Asia. It has no recorded former names or previous flag changes. Over the last 36 months it has had 8 port state control (PSC) inspections and no detentions. The most recent inspection was on 8 December 2025.
- Type: Bulk Carrier
- Flag: Marshall Islands
- Year built: 2016
- MMSI: 538008128
- Call sign: V7TJ8
- Gross tonnage: 94013
- Deadweight: 180377 t
- Length overall: 292 m
- Beam: 45 m
- Port State Control (PSC) inspections: 18 since 2016
- PSC detentions in the last 36 months: 0
- Last PSC inspection: 08/12/2025
- Registered owner: GENCO DEFENDER LTD (USA)
- Ship manager: GENCO SHIP MANAGEMENT LLC (USA)
- ISM manager: GENCO-SYNERGY BULK CARRIERS (India)
- Last AIS position: 34°54.2′N · 127°45.4′E · Speed 2.1 kn · under way · received 10 October 2026 at 06:23 UTC
- Destination: Yeosu (KR YOS)
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Frequently asked questions
What is the vessel type and age of GENCO DEFENDER?
GENCO DEFENDER is a Bulk Carrier built in 2016. It is currently in its 10th year of service.
What are the dimensions of GENCO DEFENDER?
The vessel has a length overall of 292 metres and a beam of 45 metres. It possesses a deadweight tonnage of 180,377 metric tonnes.
Which classification society manages GENCO DEFENDER?
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 8 port state control (PSC) inspections and no detentions; the deficiency count is reported for 7 of them. The most recent inspection was on 8 December 2025. All-time records show 18 inspections since 2016 and no detentions.
Where has GENCO DEFENDER been recently observed?
The vessel has been observed in Australia and New Zealand, East Asia, and South East Asia. These regions represent its most recent geographic activity.
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