GW ALPHA (IMO 9738820)
GW ALPHA is a Bulk Carrier built in 2015 and flying the Panama flag, placing it in its 11th year of service. The vessel reports a deadweight tonnage of 61,186 metric tonnes, a gross tonnage of 34,778, and a length overall of 200 metres. This size profile is typical for bulk carriers engaged in regional and international dry bulk transport. GW ALPHA is classed by Nippon Kaiji Kyokai, which is an IACS member. The vessel has been observed in the Malacca Strait, South Asia, and the Mediterranean Sea over recent periods. It has previously operated under two former names and one former flag state. Over the last 36 months it has had 16 port state control (PSC) inspections and 1 detention. The most recent inspection was on 8 September 2026.
- Type: Bulk Carrier
- Flag: Panama
- Year built: 2015
- MMSI: 374875000
- Call sign: 3ELT6
- Gross tonnage: 34778
- Deadweight: 61186 t
- Length overall: 200 m
- Beam: 32 m
- Port State Control (PSC) inspections: 41 since 2015
- PSC detentions in the last 36 months: 1
- Last PSC detention: 18/05/2026, Jiangyin (Tokyo MoU)
- Last PSC inspection: 08/09/2026
- Registered owner: INSIGHT 37 HOLDING LTD (China)
- Ship manager: WW WING SHIPPING LTD (China)
- ISM manager: GRAND WAY SHIPPING CO LTD (China)
- Last AIS position: 35°11.5′S · 020°37.5′E · Speed 10.1 kn · under way · received 12 October 2026 at 19:18 UTC
- Destination: Paradip Garh (IN PRT) · ETA 30 October 2026 at 06:30 UTC (as broadcast by the vessel)
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Frequently asked questions
What are the dimensions of GW ALPHA?
The vessel has a length overall of 200 metres and a beam of 32 metres. These dimensions correspond to a gross tonnage of 34,778.
What is the cargo capacity of GW ALPHA?
The vessel has a deadweight tonnage of 61,186 metric tonnes. This capacity is used for the transport of dry bulk commodities.
Which classification society manages GW ALPHA?
The vessel is classed by Nippon Kaiji Kyokai. This society is a member of the International Association of Classification Societies (IACS).
Where has GW ALPHA been recently observed?
The vessel has been recorded in the Malacca Strait, South Asia, and the Mediterranean Sea. It has also been observed in West Europe.
How many PSC inspections has the vessel undergone?
Over the last 36 months it has had 16 port state control (PSC) inspections and 1 detention, with 33 deficiencies recorded. The most recent inspection was on 8 September 2026. All-time records show 41 inspections since 2015 and 1 detention. The most recent detention was on 18 May 2026.
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