INDIAN OCEAN (IMO 9738909)

INDIAN OCEAN 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 37,490, a gross tonnage of 23,432, and no length overall is specified. This vessel is configured for bulk cargo transport operations. Nippon Kaiji Kyokai (IACS) is the classification society for the vessel, which is a member of the International Association of Classification Societies. The vessel has been observed in the South America West Coast, East Asia, and the South America East Coast over recent periods. It has previously operated under one former name and one former flag. Over the trailing 36 months, it has logged 37 inspections and 2 detentions.

Frequently asked questions

What is the vessel type and age of INDIAN OCEAN?

INDIAN OCEAN is a Bulk Carrier. It was built in 2015 and is currently in its 11th year of service.

What are the capacity specifications for INDIAN OCEAN?

The vessel has a deadweight tonnage of 37,490 metric tonnes. Its gross tonnage is recorded at 23,432.

Which classification society manages INDIAN OCEAN?

The vessel is classed by Nippon Kaiji Kyokai. This society is a member of the International Association of Classification Societies (IACS).

Where has the vessel been recently observed?

The vessel has been observed in East Asia and along the coasts of South America. Specifically, it has been noted in the South America West Coast and South America East Coast regions.

What is the PSC inspection history for this vessel?

Over the last 36 months it has had 10 port state control (PSC) inspections and no detentions, with 5 deficiencies recorded. The most recent inspection was on 23 February 2026. All-time records show 39 inspections since 2015 and 2 detentions. The most recent detention was on 1 March 2016.

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