GREAT RAINBOW (IMO 9738492)
GREAT RAINBOW 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 63,464 metric tonnes and a gross tonnage of 36,429. This size and type suggest its utility in regional dry bulk transport operations. GREAT RAINBOW is classed by China Classification Society, which is an IACS member. The vessel has been observed in the Mediterranean Sea, West Africa, and South East Asia over recent periods. It has previously operated under one former name and one former flag. Over the last 36 months it has had 7 port state control (PSC) inspections and no detentions. The most recent inspection was on 21 November 2025.
- Type: Bulk Carrier
- Flag: Hong Kong, China
- Year built: 2015
- MMSI: 477301500
- Call sign: VRNO4
- Gross tonnage: 36429
- Deadweight: 63464 t
- Length overall: 200 m
- Beam: 33 m
- Port State Control (PSC) inspections: 31 since 2015
- PSC detentions in the last 36 months: 0
- Last PSC inspection: 21/11/2025
- Registered owner: FORTRESS SHIPPING LTD (China)
- Ship manager · ISM manager: HONG KONG MING WAH (China)
- Last AIS position: 44°9.0′N · 028°38.9′E · Speed 0.1 kn · at anchor · received 15 October 2026 at 18:42 UTC
- Destination: Constanta (RO CND)
Frequently asked questions
What is the vessel type and age of GREAT RAINBOW?
GREAT RAINBOW is a Bulk Carrier built in 2015. It is currently in its 11th year of service.
What are the capacity specifications for GREAT RAINBOW?
The vessel has a deadweight tonnage of 63,464 metric tonnes. Its gross tonnage is recorded at 36,429.
Which classification society maintains GREAT RAINBOW?
The vessel is classed by China Classification Society. This society is a recognized member of the International Association of Classification Societies (IACS).
Where has GREAT RAINBOW been recently observed?
The vessel has been observed in several regions including the Mediterranean Sea, West Africa, and South East Asia. It has also been noted in the Australia and New Zealand area.
What is the PSC inspection history for this vessel?
Over the last 36 months it has had 7 port state control (PSC) inspections and no detentions; the deficiency count is reported for 6 of them. The most recent inspection was on 21 November 2025. All-time records show 31 inspections since 2015 and no detentions.
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