TAI KNIGHTHOOD (IMO 9883845)
TAI KNIGHTHOOD is a Bulk Carrier built in 2021 and flying the Liberia flag, placing it in its fifth year of service. The vessel reports a deadweight tonnage of 84,434 metric tonnes and a gross tonnage of 47,020. This size and configuration are typical for bulk carriers engaged in global dry bulk commodities transport. TAI KNIGHTHOOD is classed by Nippon Kaiji Kyokai, which is an IACS member. The vessel has been observed in the Singapore Strait, the South America East Coast, and East Africa over recent periods. It 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 10 February 2026.
- Type: Bulk Carrier
- Flag: Liberia
- Year built: 2021
- MMSI: 636020408
- Call sign: D5ZB8
- Gross tonnage: 47020
- Deadweight: 84434 t
- Length overall: 229 m
- Beam: 38 m
- Port State Control (PSC) inspections: 19 since 2021
- PSC detentions in the last 36 months: 0
- Last PSC inspection: 10/02/2026
- Registered owner: TAI SHING MARITIME CO SA
- Ship manager · ISM manager: TAIWAN NAVIGATION CO LTD
- Last AIS position: 26°34.6′S · 154°57.0′E · Speed 11.0 kn · under way · received 15 October 2026 at 09:38 UTC
- Destination: Newcastle (AU NTL) · ETA 16 October 2026 at 22:50 UTC (as broadcast by the vessel)
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Frequently asked questions
What is the vessel type and age of TAI KNIGHTHOOD?
TAI KNIGHTHOOD is a Bulk Carrier built in 2021. It is currently in its fifth year of service.
What are the capacity specifications for TAI KNIGHTHOOD?
The vessel has a deadweight tonnage of 84,434 metric tonnes. Its gross tonnage is recorded at 47,020.
Which classification society manages TAI KNIGHTHOOD?
The vessel is classed by Nippon Kaiji Kyokai. This society is a member of the International Association of Classification Societies (IACS).
Where has TAI KNIGHTHOOD been recently observed?
The vessel has been observed in the Singapore Strait and the South America East Coast. It has also been noted in East Africa and South East Asia.
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; the deficiency count is reported for 6 of them. The most recent inspection was on 10 February 2026. All-time records show 19 inspections since 2021 and no detentions.
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