POWAN (IMO 9721578)
POWAN is a Bulk Carrier built in 2016 and flying the Singapore flag, placing it in its 10th year of service. The vessel reports a deadweight tonnage of 39,742, a gross tonnage of 24,785, and no length overall is specified. This vessel is configured for bulk cargo operations within its specific tonnage class. POWAN 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 previously operated under one former name and two former flag states. Over the last 36 months it has had 8 port state control (PSC) inspections and 1 detention. The most recent inspection was on 21 December 2025.
- Type: Bulk Carrier
- Flag: Singapore
- Year built: 2016
- MMSI: 563303900
- Call sign: 9V9279
- Gross tonnage: 24785
- Deadweight: 39742 t
- Length overall: 180 m
- Beam: 30 m
- Port State Control (PSC) inspections: 23 since 2016
- PSC detentions in the last 36 months: 1
- Last PSC detention: 07/02/2025, Newcastle (Indian Ocean MoU / Tokyo MoU)
- Last PSC inspection: 21/12/2025
- Registered owner: SWIRE BULK HOLDINGS PTE LTD (Singapore)
- Ship manager · ISM manager: SWIRE SHIPPING PTE LTD (Singapore)
Frequently asked questions
What is the vessel type and age of POWAN?
POWAN is a Bulk Carrier built in 2016. It is currently in its 10th year of service.
What are the capacity specifications for POWAN?
The vessel has a deadweight tonnage of 39,742 metric tonnes. Its gross tonnage is recorded at 24,785.
Which classification society manages POWAN?
POWAN is classed by Lloyd's Register. This society is a recognized member of the International Association of Classification Societies (IACS).
Where has POWAN been recently observed?
The vessel has been observed in Australia and New Zealand, East Asia, and South East Asia. These regions represent its recent operational footprint.
What is the PSC inspection history for POWAN?
Over the last 36 months it has had 8 port state control (PSC) inspections and 1 detention, with 32 deficiencies recorded. The most recent inspection was on 21 December 2025. All-time records show 23 inspections since 2016 and 1 detention. The most recent detention was on 7 February 2025.
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