PACIFIC UNITY (IMO 9806976)
PACIFIC UNITY is an Ore 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 398,707 metric tonnes, a gross tonnage of 204,014, and a length overall of 361.801 metres. Given its massive displacement, it is configured for large-scale bulk ore transport operations. PACIFIC UNITY is classed by DNV, which is a member of the International Association of Classification Societies (IACS). The vessel has been observed in East Africa, South Asia, and the East Coast of South America over recent periods. It has previously operated under one former name and one former flag. Over the last 36 months it has had 3 port state control (PSC) inspections and no detentions. The most recent inspection was on 13 August 2024.
- Type: Ore Carrier
- Flag: Hong Kong, China
- Year built: 2018
- MMSI: 477159400
- Call sign: VRRJ4
- Gross tonnage: 204014
- Deadweight: 398707 t
- Length overall: 361.801 m
- Beam: 64.991 m
- Home port: HONG KONG
- Port State Control (PSC) inspections: 11 since 2018
- PSC detentions in the last 36 months: 0
- Last PSC inspection: 13/08/2024
- Registered owner: PACIFIC UNITY SHIPPING CO LTD (China)
- Ship manager: CHINA MERCHANTS ENERGY SHPG (China)
- ISM manager · DOC holder: HONG KONG MING WAH SHPG CO LTD (China)
- Last AIS position: 32°47.5′S · 009°0.1′E · Speed 11.8 kn · under way · received 10 October 2026 at 23:58 UTC
- Destination: Ponta da Madeira Pt / São Luís (BR PMA) · ETA 23 October 2026 at 02:30 UTC (as broadcast by the vessel)
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Frequently asked questions
What is the vessel type and capacity of PACIFIC UNITY?
PACIFIC UNITY is an Ore Carrier designed for heavy bulk transport. It possesses a significant deadweight tonnage of 398,707 metric tonnes and a gross tonnage of 204,014.
Who built PACIFIC UNITY and when?
The vessel was built in 2018 by Shanghai WaiGaoQiao Shipbuilding Co., Ltd. It is currently in its 8th year of service.
What are the dimensions of PACIFIC UNITY?
The vessel has a length overall of 361.801 metres and a beam of 64.991 metres. It operates with a maximum draught of 23.036 metres.
What is the classification status of PACIFIC UNITY?
PACIFIC UNITY is classed by DNV, which is an IACS member. Its current classification status is listed as Delivered.
How many inspections has PACIFIC UNITY undergone?
Over the last 36 months it has had 3 port state control (PSC) inspections and no detentions, with 5 deficiencies recorded. The most recent inspection was on 13 August 2024. All-time records show 11 inspections since 2018 and no detentions.
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