UOT HOUSTON (IMO 9958339)
NORVIC HOUSTON is a Bulk Carrier built in 2023 and flying the Marshall Islands flag, placing it in its third year of service. The vessel reports a deadweight tonnage of 39,755, a gross tonnage of 24,754, and no length overall is provided in the current records. This vessel is configured for bulk cargo operations within its specific tonnage class. NORVIC HOUSTON is classed by Nippon Kaiji Kyokai, which is an IACS member. The vessel has been observed in the Mediterranean Sea, West Africa, and the South America East Coast over recent periods. It has previously operated under one former name and one former flag. Over the last 36 months it has had 11 port state control (PSC) inspections and no detentions. The most recent inspection was on 4 August 2026.
- Type: Bulk Carrier
- Flag: Marshall Islands
- Year built: 2023
- MMSI: 538010731
- Call sign: V7A7335
- Gross tonnage: 24754
- Deadweight: 39755 t
- Length overall: 179 m
- Beam: 32 m
- Port State Control (PSC) inspections: 11 since 2023
- PSC detentions in the last 36 months: 0
- Last PSC inspection: 04/08/2026
- Registered owner: FRANBO COSMOS LTD
- Ship manager: NORVIC SHIPPING VENTURES
- ISM manager: PREVALENT CREATION CORP
- Last AIS position: 5°13.5′N · 004°3.3′W · Speed 13.2 kn · under way · received 17 October 2026 at 09:27 UTC
- Destination: Abidjan (CI ABJ)
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Frequently asked questions
What is the vessel type and age of NORVIC HOUSTON?
NORVIC HOUSTON is a Bulk Carrier built in 2023. It is currently in its third year of service.
What are the deadweight and gross tonnage specifications?
The vessel has a deadweight tonnage of 39,755. Its gross tonnage is recorded at 24,754.
Which classification society manages NORVIC HOUSTON?
The vessel is classed by Nippon Kaiji Kyokai. This society is a member of the International Association of Classification Societies (IACS).
Where has the vessel been recently observed?
The vessel has been observed in the Mediterranean Sea, West Africa, and the South America East Coast. These regions represent its recent operational areas.
What is the port-state control history for this vessel?
Over the last 36 months it has had 11 port state control (PSC) inspections and no detentions; the deficiency count is reported for 9 of them. The most recent inspection was on 4 August 2026. All-time records show 11 inspections since 2023 and no detentions.
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