TROPICAL ORCHID (IMO 9965100)
TROPICAL ORCHID is a General Cargo Ship built in 2023 and flying the Panama flag, placing it in its third year of service. The vessel reports a deadweight tonnage of 13,645 metric tonnes and a gross tonnage of 9,952. This size profile is characteristic of general cargo vessels used for regional distribution and multi-purpose logistics. Nippon Kaiji Kyokai (IACS) is the classification society for the vessel, which is an IACS member. The vessel has been observed in East Asia and South East Asia over recent periods. It has previously operated under one former name and one former flag. Over the last 36 months it has had 5 port state control (PSC) inspections and no detentions. The most recent inspection was on 28 April 2026.
- Type: General Cargo Ship
- Flag: Panama
- Year built: 2023
- MMSI: 352002343
- Call sign: 3E2273
- Gross tonnage: 9952
- Deadweight: 13645 t
- Port State Control (PSC) inspections: 6 since 2023
- PSC detentions in the last 36 months: 0
- Last PSC inspection: 28/04/2026
- Registered owner · Ship manager: ORCHID MARITIME LINE SA (Panama)
- ISM manager: PACIFIC SHIP MANAGEMENT CO LTD (Japan)
- Last AIS position: 35°21.4′N · 139°51.2′E · Speed 0.0 kn · moored · received 17 October 2026 at 08:11 UTC
- Destination: Kisarazu (JP KZU)
Frequently asked questions
What is the vessel type and age of TROPICAL ORCHID?
TROPICAL ORCHID is a General Cargo Ship. It was built in 2023 and is currently in its third year of service.
What are the tonnage specifications for TROPICAL ORCHID?
The vessel has a deadweight tonnage of 13,645 metric tonnes. Its gross tonnage is recorded at 9,952.
Which classification society manages TROPICAL ORCHID?
The vessel is classed by Nippon Kaiji Kyokai, which is an IACS member. Its current classification status is listed as Delivered.
What is the PSC inspection history for this vessel?
Over the last 36 months it has had 5 port state control (PSC) inspections and no detentions; the deficiency count is reported for 2 of them. The most recent inspection was on 28 April 2026. All-time records show 6 inspections since 2023 and no detentions.
Where has TROPICAL ORCHID been operating recently?
The vessel has been observed in the East Asia and South East Asia regions. These areas represent its most recent recorded geographic activity.
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