FORTUNE BELL (IMO 9800439)
FORTUNE BELL is a Bulk Carrier built in 2020 and flying the Hong Kong, China flag, placing it in its sixth year of service. The vessel reports a deadweight tonnage of 61,397 metric tonnes and a gross tonnage of 35,040. This vessel is configured for bulk cargo transport operations. FORTUNE BELL is classed by the American Bureau of Shipping, which is an IACS member. The vessel has been observed in the Malacca Strait, the Singapore Strait, and the Gulf of Mexico over recent periods. It has previously operated under one former name and one former flag. Over the last 36 months it has had 7 port state control (PSC) inspections and no detentions. The most recent inspection was on 2 June 2026.
- Type: Bulk Carrier
- Flag: Hong Kong, China
- Year built: 2020
- MMSI: 477410800
- Call sign: VRTB8
- Gross tonnage: 35040
- Deadweight: 61397 t
- Length overall: 199 m
- Beam: 32 m
- Port State Control (PSC) inspections: 17 since 2020
- PSC detentions in the last 36 months: 0
- Last PSC inspection: 02/06/2026
- Registered owner: BELLFLOWER INTERNATIONAL CORP (China)
- Ship manager: CIDO SHIPPING HK CO LTD (China)
- ISM manager: CIDO SHIPPING KOREA CO LTD (South Korea)
- Last AIS position: 5°59.2′S · 105°55.3′E · Speed 11.3 kn · at anchor · received 5 August 2026 at 09:10 UTC
- Destination: CIGADING
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Frequently asked questions
What is the vessel type and age of FORTUNE BELL?
FORTUNE BELL is a Bulk Carrier built in 2020. It is currently in its sixth year of service.
What are the capacity specifications for FORTUNE BELL?
The vessel has a deadweight tonnage of 61,397 metric tonnes. Its gross tonnage is recorded at 35,040.
Which classification society maintains FORTUNE BELL?
The vessel is classed by the American Bureau of Shipping. This society is a member of the International Association of Classification Societies (IACS).
Where has FORTUNE BELL been recently observed?
The vessel has been seen in the Malacca Strait and the Singapore Strait. It has also operated in the Middle America and Gulf of Mexico regions.
What is the PSC inspection history for FORTUNE BELL?
Over the last 36 months it has had 7 port state control (PSC) inspections and no detentions, with 1 deficiency recorded. The most recent inspection was on 2 June 2026. All-time records show 17 inspections since 2020 and no detentions.
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