CHINA HONOUR (IMO 9726059)
CHINA HONOUR is a Bulk Carrier built in 2017 and flying the Hong Kong, China flag, placing it in its ninth year of service. The vessel reports a deadweight tonnage of 179,562 metric tonnes and a gross tonnage of 94,724. This capacity is characteristic of large-scale bulk commodities transport. CHINA HONOUR is classed by the American Bureau of Shipping, which is an IACS member. The vessel has been observed in East Asia, South East Asia, and the Australia and New Zealand regions. It has previously operated under one former name and one former flag. Over the last 36 months it has had 2 port state control (PSC) inspections and no detentions. The most recent inspection was on 30 July 2026.
- Type: Bulk Carrier
- Flag: Hong Kong, China
- Year built: 2017
- MMSI: 477112800
- Call sign: VRRB3
- Gross tonnage: 94724
- Deadweight: 179562 t
- Length overall: 295 m
- Beam: 46 m
- Port State Control (PSC) inspections: 12 since 2017
- PSC detentions in the last 36 months: 0
- Last PSC inspection: 30/07/2026
- Registered owner: CHINA HONOUR SHIPPING LTD
- Ship manager · ISM manager: CHINESE MARITIME TRANSPORT LTD
- Last AIS position: 3°37.0′N · 119°37.6′E · Speed 10.6 kn · under way · received 13 October 2026 at 03:20 UTC
- Destination: PWL AU>QDG CN · ETA 20 October 2026 at 11:00 UTC (as broadcast by the vessel)
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Frequently asked questions
What is the vessel type and age of CHINA HONOUR?
CHINA HONOUR is a Bulk Carrier built in 2017. It is currently in its ninth year of service.
What are the tonnage specifications for CHINA HONOUR?
The vessel has a deadweight tonnage of 179,562 metric tonnes. Its gross tonnage is recorded at 94,724.
Which classification society covers CHINA HONOUR?
The vessel is classed by the American Bureau of Shipping. This society is a member of the International Association of Classification Societies (IACS).
Where has CHINA HONOUR been operating recently?
The vessel has been observed in East Asia and South East Asia. It has also been recorded in the Australia and New Zealand regions.
What is the PSC inspection history for this vessel?
Over the last 36 months it has had 2 port state control (PSC) inspections and no detentions, with 6 deficiencies recorded. The most recent inspection was on 30 July 2026. All-time records show 12 inspections since 2017 and no detentions.
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