HOUHENG 5 (IMO 9744398)
HOUHENG 5 is an Ore Carrier built in 2017 and flying the Singapore flag, placing it in its 9th year of service. The vessel reports a deadweight tonnage of 261,761 metric tonnes, a gross tonnage of 134,900, and a length overall of 327 metres. At this scale, the vessel is configured for large-scale bulk mineral transport. HOUHENG 5 is classed by DNV, which is a member of the International Association of Classification Societies (IACS). The vessel has been observed in the South America East Coast, East Asia, and the Malacca Strait over recent periods. It has previously operated under one former name and four different flag states. Over the last 36 months it has had 5 port state control (PSC) inspections and no detentions. The most recent inspection was on 20 August 2026.
- Type: Ore Carrier
- Flag: Singapore
- Year built: 2017
- MMSI: 563204500
- Call sign: 9V9186
- Gross tonnage: 134900
- Deadweight: 261761 t
- Length overall: 327 m
- Beam: 57 m
- Home port: Singapore
- Port State Control (PSC) inspections: 16 since 2017
- PSC detentions in the last 36 months: 0
- Last PSC inspection: 20/08/2026
- Registered owner · Ship manager: DRAGON 1 HOLDING LTD (China)
- ISM manager · DOC holder: THOME SHIPPING PTE LTD
- Last AIS position: 1°1.9′N · 119°9.8′E · Speed 11.7 kn · under way · received 13 October 2026 at 12:21 UTC
- Destination: PHE · ETA 18 October 2026 at 15:00 UTC (as broadcast by the vessel)
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Frequently asked questions
What is the vessel type and age of HOUHENG 5?
HOUHENG 5 is an Ore Carrier built in 2017. It is currently in its 9th year of service.
What are the dimensions of HOUHENG 5?
The vessel has a length overall of 327 metres and a beam of 57 metres. It operates with a maximum draught of 18.826 metres.
What is the deadweight capacity of HOUHENG 5?
The vessel has a deadweight tonnage of 261,761 metric tonnes. Its gross tonnage is recorded at 134,900.
Which classification society manages HOUHENG 5?
HOUHENG 5 is classed by DNV, which is an IACS member. The vessel holds several notations including ESP, IB-3, and TMON.
How many PSC inspections has the vessel undergone?
Over the last 36 months it has had 5 port state control (PSC) inspections and no detentions; the deficiency count is reported for 4 of them. The most recent inspection was on 20 August 2026. All-time records show 16 inspections since 2017 and no detentions.
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