GREAT VANGUARD (IMO 9792929)
GREAT VANGUARD is a Bulk Carrier built in 2018 and flying the Hong Kong, China flag, placing it in its 8th year of service. The vessel reports a deadweight tonnage of 38,652 metric tonnes and a gross tonnage of 25,711. This size and type suggest a vessel configured for regional bulk commodity transport. China Classification Society, an IACS member, provides classification for the vessel. Recent geographic observations include the Singapore Strait, East Asia, and the New Guinea Pacific regions. The vessel has previously operated under one former name and one former flag. Over the last 36 months it has had 9 port state control (PSC) inspections and no detentions. The most recent inspection was on 1 May 2026.
- Type: Bulk Carrier
- Flag: Hong Kong, China
- Year built: 2018
- MMSI: 477209300
- Call sign: VRQB6
- Gross tonnage: 25711
- Deadweight: 38652 t
- Length overall: 179 m
- Beam: 32 m
- Port State Control (PSC) inspections: 21 since 2019
- PSC detentions in the last 36 months: 0
- Last PSC inspection: 01/05/2026
- Registered owner: GOOD STATES LTD (China)
- Ship manager: HONG KONG MING WAH (China)
- ISM manager: YANGTZE NAVIGATION HK CO LTD (China)
- Last AIS position: 32°54.8′S · 151°46.3′E · Speed 0.0 kn · moored · received 14 October 2026 at 09:24 UTC
- Destination: Newcastle (AU NTL)
Frequently asked questions
What is the vessel type and age of GREAT VANGUARD?
GREAT VANGUARD is a Bulk Carrier built in 2018. It is currently in its 8th year of service.
What are the capacity specifications for GREAT VANGUARD?
The vessel has a deadweight tonnage of 38,652 metric tonnes. Its gross tonnage is recorded at 25,711.
Which classification society maintains GREAT VANGUARD?
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 VANGUARD been recently observed?
The vessel has been observed in the Singapore Strait and East Asia. It has also been tracked near Australia, New Zealand, and the New Guinea Pacific.
What is the PSC inspection history for this vessel?
Over the last 36 months it has had 9 port state control (PSC) inspections and no detentions, with 4 deficiencies recorded. The most recent inspection was on 1 May 2026. All-time records show 21 inspections since 2019 and no detentions.
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