NEW KEEPER (IMO 9736391)
NEW KEEPER is a Bulk Carrier built in 2016 and flying the Liberia flag, placing it in its 10th year of service. The vessel reports a deadweight tonnage of 36,371 metric tonnes and a gross tonnage of 21,728. This size profile is typical for regional bulk transport operations.
NEW KEEPER is classed by Nippon Kaiji Kyokai, which is an IACS member. The vessel has been observed in the Indian Ocean, the Java Sea, and the Malacca Strait over recent periods. It has previously operated under one former name and one former flag. Over the last 36 months it has had 8 port state control (PSC) inspections and no detentions. The most recent inspection was on 7 April 2026.
- Type: Bulk Carrier
- Flag: Liberia
- Year built: 2016
- MMSI: 636017330
- Call sign: D5KJ9
- Gross tonnage: 21728
- Deadweight: 36371 t
- Length overall: 177 m
- Beam: 29 m
- Port State Control (PSC) inspections: 31 since 2016
- PSC detentions in the last 36 months: 0
- Last PSC inspection: 07/04/2026
- Registered owner: HC LINE LIBERIA CO LTD
- Ship manager · ISM manager: HSIN CHIEN MARINE CO LTD-CHT
- Last AIS position: 1°59.0′N · 118°9.6′E · Speed 0.0 kn
- Destination: ID MPN · ETA 2026-10-07T19:30:00.000Z
Frequently asked questions
What is the vessel type and age of NEW KEEPER?
NEW KEEPER is a Bulk Carrier built in 2016. It is currently in its 10th year of service.
What are the capacity specifications for NEW KEEPER?
The vessel has a deadweight tonnage of 36,371 metric tonnes. Its gross tonnage is recorded at 21,728.
Which classification society manages NEW KEEPER?
The vessel is classed by Nippon Kaiji Kyokai. This society is a member of the International Association of Classification Societies (IACS).
Where has NEW KEEPER been recently observed?
The vessel has been active in the Indian Ocean and the Java Sea. It has also been observed transiting the Malacca Strait and Singapore Strait.
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, with 2 deficiencies recorded. The most recent inspection was on 7 April 2026. All-time records show 31 inspections since 2016 and no detentions.
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