HYDRANGEA (IMO 9888900)
HYDRANGEA is a Wood Chips Carrier built in 2021 and flying the Panama flag, placing it in its fifth year of service. The vessel reports a deadweight tonnage of 49,372 metric tonnes and a gross tonnage of 41,458. This configuration is typical for specialized wood chip transport operations. HYDRANGEA is classed by Nippon Kaiji Kyokai, which is an IACS member. The vessel has been observed in East Asia, South East Asia, and the Australia and New Zealand regions. 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 24 March 2026.
- Type: Wood Chips Carrier
- Flag: Panama
- Year built: 2021
- MMSI: 372865000
- Call sign: 3FFV3
- Gross tonnage: 41458
- Deadweight: 49372 t
- Length overall: 199 m
- Beam: 32 m
- Port State Control (PSC) inspections: 16 since 2021
- PSC detentions in the last 36 months: 0
- Last PSC inspection: 24/03/2026
- Registered owner: CARIBSTAR SHIPPING SA (Japan)
- Ship manager · ISM manager: CHUGOKU SOUGYO CO LTD (Japan)
- Last AIS position: 37°59.4′N · 139°13.6′E · Speed 7.7 kn · under way · received 8 October 2026 at 13:07 UTC
- Destination: Niigata (JP KIJ)
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Frequently asked questions
What is the vessel type of HYDRANGEA?
HYDRANGEA is a Wood Chips Carrier. It was built in 2021 and is currently in its fifth year of service.
What are the tonnage specifications for HYDRANGEA?
The vessel has a deadweight tonnage of 49,372 metric tonnes. Its gross tonnage is recorded at 41,458.
Which classification society manages HYDRANGEA?
The vessel is classed by Nippon Kaiji Kyokai. This society is a recognized member of the International Association of Classification Societies (IACS).
Where has HYDRANGEA been operating recently?
The vessel has been observed in East Asia and South East Asia. It has also been recorded in the Australia and New Zealand regions.
What is the PSC inspection history for HYDRANGEA?
Over the last 36 months it has had 7 port state control (PSC) inspections and no detentions, with 2 deficiencies recorded. The most recent inspection was on 24 March 2026. All-time records show 16 inspections since 2021 and no detentions.
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