PALAWAN (IMO 9937402)
PALAWAN is a Container Ship built in 2023 and flying the Antigua and Barbuda flag, placing it in its third year of service. The vessel reports a deadweight tonnage of 24,744 metric tonnes and a gross tonnage of 18,491. Based on its specifications, it is configured for regional containerized cargo transport. PALAWAN is classed by Nippon Kaiji Kyokai, which is an IACS member. The vessel has been observed in the South China Sea, the Malacca Strait, and the Java Sea. It has previously operated under one former name and two former flags. Over the last 36 months it has had 7 port state control (PSC) inspections and no detentions. The most recent inspection was on 4 March 2026.
- Type: Container Ship
- Flag: Antigua and Barbuda
- Year built: 2023
- MMSI: 305567000
- Call sign: V2HT2
- Gross tonnage: 18491
- Deadweight: 24744 t
- Port State Control (PSC) inspections: 8 since 2023
- PSC detentions in the last 36 months: 0
- Last PSC inspection: 04/03/2026
- Registered owner: HAI KUO SHIPPING 2258C LTD (Germany)
- Ship manager · ISM manager: BRIESE DRY CARGO GMBH & CO KG (Germany)
- Last AIS position: 8°6.6′N · 109°36.9′E · Speed 15.9 kn · under way · received 10 October 2026 at 11:46 UTC
- Destination: Singapore (SG SIN) · ETA 12 October 2026 at 03:00 UTC (as broadcast by the vessel)
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Frequently asked questions
What is the vessel type and age of PALAWAN?
PALAWAN is a container ship built in 2023. It is currently in its third year of service.
What are the capacity specifications for PALAWAN?
The vessel has a deadweight tonnage of 24,744 metric tonnes. Its gross tonnage is recorded at 18,491.
Which classification society manages PALAWAN?
The vessel is classed by Nippon Kaiji Kyokai. This society is a member of the International Association of Classification Societies (IACS).
Where has PALAWAN been operating recently?
The vessel has been observed in the South China Sea and the Malacca Strait. It has also been recorded in the Java Sea and Singapore Strait.
What is the PSC inspection history for PALAWAN?
Over the last 36 months it has had 7 port state control (PSC) inspections and no detentions, with 7 deficiencies recorded. The most recent inspection was on 4 March 2026. All-time records show 8 inspections since 2023 and no detentions.
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