HOUHENG 6 (IMO 9744415)
HOUHENG 6 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 261,838 metric tonnes, a gross tonnage of 134,900, and a length overall of 327 metres. Given its significant deadweight and dimensions, it is configured for large-scale bulk mineral transport. HOUHENG 6 is classed by DNV, which is a member of the International Association of Classification Societies (IACS). The vessel has been observed in South East Asia, East Asia, and the Australia and New Zealand region. It has previously operated under one former name and two former flag states. Over the last 36 months it has had 10 port state control (PSC) inspections and no detentions. The most recent inspection was on 9 June 2026.
- Type: Ore Carrier
- Flag: Singapore
- Year built: 2017
- MMSI: 563198100
- Call sign: 9V9074
- Gross tonnage: 134900
- Deadweight: 261838 t
- Length overall: 327 m
- Beam: 57.007 m
- Home port: Singapore
- Port State Control (PSC) inspections: 20 since 2017
- PSC detentions in the last 36 months: 0
- Last PSC inspection: 09/06/2026
- Registered owner: YASHENG SG PTE LTD
- Ship manager · ISM manager · DOC holder: THOME SHIPPING PTE LTD
- Last AIS position: 34°44.2′N · 119°28.6′E · Speed 9.8 kn · under way · received 9 October 2026 at 00:00 UTC
- Destination: Lianyungang (LYG) (CN LYG)
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Frequently asked questions
What are the dimensions of HOUHENG 6?
The vessel has a length overall of 327 metres and a beam of 57.007 metres. It operates with a maximum draught of 18.8 metres.
What is the capacity of HOUHENG 6?
HOUHENG 6 has a deadweight tonnage of 261,838 metric tonnes. Its gross tonnage is recorded at 134,900.
Which classification society manages HOUHENG 6?
The vessel is classed by DNV, which is an IACS member. Its current class status is listed as Delivered.
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 10 deficiencies recorded. The most recent inspection was on 9 June 2026. All-time records show 20 inspections since 2017 and no detentions.
Where has HOUHENG 6 been recently observed?
The vessel has been active in South East Asia and East Asia. It has also been observed in the Australia and New Zealand region.
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