UNION TRADER (IMO 9989314)
UNION TRADER is a Bulk Carrier built in 2024 and flying the Philippines flag, placing it in its 2nd year of service. The vessel reports a deadweight tonnage of 40,552 metric tonnes and a gross tonnage of 25,171. At this capacity, it is configured for regional bulk commodity transport. UNION TRADER is classed by Bureau Veritas, which is a member of the International Association of Classification Societies (IACS). The vessel has been observed in Australia and New Zealand, South Asia, South East Asia, and East Asia. It has previously operated under one former name and two former flag states. Over the last 36 months it has had 8 port state control (PSC) inspections and no detentions. The most recent inspection was on 6 May 2026.
- Type: Bulk Carrier
- Flag: Philippines
- Year built: 2024
- MMSI: 548962000
- Call sign: DYOE
- Gross tonnage: 25171
- Deadweight: 40552 t
- Length overall: 179 m
- Beam: 30 m
- Port State Control (PSC) inspections: 8 since 2024
- PSC detentions in the last 36 months: 0
- Last PSC inspection: 06/05/2026
- Registered owner: SEAFARERS SHIPPING INC (Philippines)
- Ship manager: NISSHIN SHIPPING CO LTD (Japan)
- ISM manager: VICTORIA SHIP MANAGEMENT-PHI (Philippines)
- Last AIS position: 3°12.2′N · 100°33.7′E · Speed 14.3 kn · under way · received 12 October 2026 at 14:12 UTC
- Destination: Richards Bay (ZA RCB) · ETA 30 October 2026 at 06:00 UTC (as broadcast by the vessel)
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Frequently asked questions
UNION TRADER is a Bulk Carrier built in 2024. It is currently in its second year of service.
UNION TRADER is a Bulk Carrier built in 2024. It is currently in its second year of service.
What are the capacity specifications for UNION TRADER?
The vessel has a deadweight tonnage of 40,552 metric tonnes. Its gross tonnage is recorded at 25,171.
Which classification society maintains UNION TRADER?
UNION TRADER is classed by Bureau Veritas. This society is a member of the International Association of Classification Societies (IACS).
Where has UNION TRADER been recently observed?
The vessel has been observed in Australia and New Zealand, South Asia, and East Asia. These regions represent its recent geographic operational areas.
What is the PSC inspection history for UNION TRADER?
Over the last 36 months it has had 8 port state control (PSC) inspections and no detentions, with 4 deficiencies recorded. The most recent inspection was on 6 May 2026. All-time records show 8 inspections since 2024 and no detentions.
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