VALIDUS AUSTRALIS (IMO 9921441)
VALIDUS AUSTRALIS is a Bulk Carrier built in 2022 and flying the Liberia flag, placing it in its 4th year of service. The vessel reports a deadweight tonnage of 211,063 metric tonnes and a gross tonnage of 110,009. Given its high deadweight capacity, it is configured for large-scale dry bulk commodity transport. VALIDUS AUSTRALIS is classed by Nippon Kaiji Kyokai, which is an IACS member. The vessel has been observed in South East Asia, 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 4 port state control (PSC) inspections and no detentions. The most recent inspection was on 17 March 2026.
- Type: Bulk Carrier
- Flag: Liberia
- Year built: 2022
- MMSI: 636021421
- Call sign: 5LDW6
- Gross tonnage: 110009
- Deadweight: 211063 t
- Length overall: 299 m
- Beam: 50 m
- Port State Control (PSC) inspections: 4 since 2023
- PSC detentions in the last 36 months: 0
- Last PSC inspection: 17/03/2026
- Registered owner: LUCRETIA SHIPPING SA (Japan)
- Ship manager · ISM manager: SANTOKU SENPAKU CO LTD (Japan)
- Last AIS position: 20°27.6′N · 119°39.5′E · Speed 12.3 kn · under way · received 12 October 2026 at 08:17 UTC
- Destination: Port Walcott (AU PWL) · ETA 22 October 2026 at 06:59 UTC (as broadcast by the vessel)
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Frequently asked questions
What is the vessel type and age of VALIDUS AUSTRALIS?
VALIDUS AUSTRALIS is a Bulk Carrier. It was built in 2022 and is currently in its 4th year of service.
What are the capacity specifications for this vessel?
The vessel has a deadweight tonnage of 211,063 metric tonnes. Its gross tonnage is recorded at 110,009.
Which classification society maintains VALIDUS AUSTRALIS?
The vessel is classed by Nippon Kaiji Kyokai. This society is a recognized member of the International Association of Classification Societies (IACS).
Where has the vessel been operating recently?
The vessel has been observed in South East Asia, East Asia, and the Australia and New Zealand regions. These areas represent its most recent geographic activity.
What is the port-state control record for VALIDUS AUSTRALIS?
Over the last 36 months it has had 4 port state control (PSC) inspections and no detentions, with 9 deficiencies recorded. The most recent inspection was on 17 March 2026. All-time records show 4 inspections since 2023 and no detentions.
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