CHINA EXPRESS (IMO 9861237)
CHINA EXPRESS is a Wood Chips Carrier built in 2020 and flying the Singapore flag, placing it in its sixth year of service. The vessel reports a deadweight tonnage of 69,787, a gross tonnage of 57,934, and a length overall of 215 metres. This vessel is configured for the specialized transport of wood chip commodities. CHINA EXPRESS is classed by the American Bureau of Shipping, which is an IACS member. The vessel has been observed in the Indian Ocean, the South China Sea, and the South Africa region 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 9 February 2026.
- Type: Wood Chips Carrier
- Flag: Singapore
- Year built: 2020
- MMSI: 563111400
- Call sign: 9V6339
- Gross tonnage: 57934
- Deadweight: 69787 t
- Length overall: 215 m
- Beam: 37 m
- Port State Control (PSC) inspections: 13 since 2020
- PSC detentions in the last 36 months: 0
- Last PSC inspection: 09/02/2026
- Registered owner: HAI KUO SHIPPING 2547 PTE LTD
- Ship manager: NOVA SHIPPING & LOGISTICS PTE
- ISM manager: ORION SHIP MANAGEMENT PTE LTD
- Last AIS position: 32°59.4′N · 122°38.1′E · Speed 12.6 kn · under way · received 11 October 2026 at 05:51 UTC
- Destination: Dung Quat (VN DQT) · ETA 16 October 2026 at 10:19 UTC (as broadcast by the vessel)
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Frequently asked questions
What is the vessel type and age of CHINA EXPRESS?
CHINA EXPRESS is a Wood Chips Carrier built in 2020. It is currently in its sixth year of service.
What are the dimensions of CHINA EXPRESS?
The vessel has a length overall of 215 metres and a beam of 37 metres. It carries a deadweight tonnage of 69,787 metric tonnes.
Which classification society covers CHINA EXPRESS?
The vessel is classed by the American Bureau of Shipping. This society is a recognized member of the International Association of Classification Societies (IACS).
Where has CHINA EXPRESS been recently observed?
The vessel has been observed in several regions including the South China Sea and the Indian Ocean. It has also been recorded operating near South Africa.
What is the PSC inspection history for CHINA EXPRESS?
Over the last 36 months it has had 7 port state control (PSC) inspections and no detentions; the deficiency count is reported for 6 of them. The most recent inspection was on 9 February 2026. All-time records show 13 inspections since 2020 and no detentions.
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