WESTERN VENTURE (IMO 9978767)
WESTERN VENTURE is a Bulk Carrier built in 2023 and flying the Hong Kong, China flag, placing it in its third year of service. The vessel reports a deadweight tonnage of 64,636, a gross tonnage of 36,382, and no length overall is specified. This vessel is configured for bulk cargo transport operations. WESTERN VENTURE is classed by China Classification Society, which is an IACS member. The vessel has been observed in the Mediterranean Sea, East Asia, and the South America West 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 18 August 2026.
- Type: Bulk Carrier
- Flag: Hong Kong, China
- Year built: 2023
- MMSI: 477928200
- Call sign: VRVW6
- Gross tonnage: 36382
- Deadweight: 64636 t
- Length overall: 200 m
- Beam: 32 m
- Port State Control (PSC) inspections: 11 since 2024
- PSC detentions in the last 36 months: 0
- Last PSC inspection: 18/08/2026
- Registered owner: SPDBFL ONE HUNDRED EIGHTY-TWO (China)
- Ship manager: WAH KWONG MARITIME TRANSPORT (China)
- ISM manager: WAH KWONG SHIP MANAGEMENT (China)
- Last AIS position: 24°2.7′S · 056°48.2′E · Speed 11.6 kn · under way · received 9 October 2026 at 07:36 UTC
- Destination: Tampa (US TPA) · ETA 13 November 2026 at 14:40 UTC (as broadcast by the vessel)
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Frequently asked questions
What is the vessel type and age of WESTERN VENTURE?
WESTERN VENTURE is a Bulk Carrier built in 2023. It is currently in its third year of service.
What are the capacity specifications for WESTERN VENTURE?
The vessel has a deadweight tonnage of 64,636 metric tonnes. Its gross tonnage is recorded at 36,382.
Which classification society manages WESTERN VENTURE?
The vessel is classed by China Classification Society. This society is a member of the International Association of Classification Societies (IACS).
Where has WESTERN VENTURE been recently observed?
The vessel has been observed in several regions including the Mediterranean Sea and East Asia. It has also been recorded near the South America West Coast.
What is the PSC inspection history for WESTERN VENTURE?
Over the last 36 months it has had 11 port state control (PSC) inspections and no detentions; the deficiency count is reported for 10 of them. The most recent inspection was on 18 August 2026. All-time records show 11 inspections since 2024 and no detentions.
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