HK CHALLENGER (IMO 9553127, MMSI 577364000) is a Wood Chips Carrier (Bulk Carrier) flagged in Vanuatu. HK CHALLENGER was built in 2010 with a deadweight capacity of 58,656 MT and a length overall of 210 metres. The vessel was last recorded travelling at 13.4 knots, on a heading of 35 degrees, with a next recorded destination of NIIGATA port (JPKIJ). Based on MagicPort's screening against 300+ international sanctions watchlists, HK CHALLENGER is currently not sanctioned. STEVENS LINE CO LTD is the registered owner of HK CHALLENGER. SATO STEAMSHIP CO LTD is the commercial manager and ISM manager of HK CHALLENGER. Profile data is sourced from AIS feeds and updated continuously.
| Class | A |
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| Deadweight | 58656 |
| Gross Tonnage | 49608 |
| Net Tonnage | ••••••••• |
| Length overall (LOA) | 210 |
| Class Society | ••••••••• |
| Beam | ••••••••• |
| Depth moulded | ••••••••• |
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FAQ about HK CHALLENGER vessel
What's the identification number for vessel HK CHALLENGER?
HK CHALLENGER's IMO number is 9553127, and its MMSI is 577364000.
Which is the flag and call sign of vessel HK CHALLENGER (IMO 9553127)?
Vessel HK CHALLENGER (IMO 9553127) sails under the flag of VANUATU with the call sign YJWD8.
What is the type and subtype of vessel HK CHALLENGER (IMO 9553127)?
HK CHALLENGER (MMSI: 577364000) is classified as a bulk carrier, specifically falling under the subtype of "Wood Chips Carrier".
What are the dimensions (LOA, beam) and carrying capacity (DWT) vessel HK CHALLENGER (IMO 9553127)?
The ship measures 210 meters in length overall (LOA) and 36 meters in width, providing a carrying capacity of 58,656 MTs deadweight (DWT).
Who is the owner and manager of HK CHALLENGER (IMO 9553127)?
ISM Manager of HK CHALLENGER (IMO 9553127) is SATO STEAMSHIP CO LTD.
Commercial Manager of HK CHALLENGER (IMO 9553127) is SATO STEAMSHIP CO LTD.
Registered Owner of HK CHALLENGER (IMO 9553127) is STEVENS LINE CO LTD.
What is the vessel HK CHALLENGER (IMO 9553127)'s destination?
The ship is en route to NIIGATA port (JPKIJ).
Which ports vessel HK CHALLENGER (IMO 9553127) visited in the last 12 months (1 year)?
HK CHALLENGER (IMO 9553127) has a recorded port call history available to MagicPort Maritime Intelligence subscribers. In the last 12 months, the vessel has visited NIIGATA Port (JPKIJ), Japan, SHINGU Port (JPSHN), Japan, KHANH HOA Port (VNKHA), Viet Nam, HONG KONG Port (HKHKG), Hong Kong and VUNG ANG Port (VNVAG), Viet Nam. Full port call history — including arrival and departure timestamps, voyage sequences, and port visit frequency — is accessible via MagicPort at Maritime Intelligence.
Is HK CHALLENGER (IMO 9553127) sanctioned?
HK CHALLENGER (IMO 9553127) is not sanctioned. Based on MagicPort's screening against 300+ government and international sanctions watchlists — including OFAC (US Office of Foreign Assets Control), EU sanctions lists, and UN Security Council designations — this status reflects the latest data available. Always verify against current watchlists before entering into any transaction involving this vessel. Need more details? Request a Free Sanctions Screening Report.
What is the risk profile of HK CHALLENGER (IMO 9553127)?
Vessel HK CHALLENGER is currently not flagged as risky. MagicPort's risk profiling evaluates vessels across multiple dimensions — sanctions exposure, flag state risk, ownership-chain transparency, and AIS behaviour anomalies. For a detailed risk analysis, visit MagicPort's Maritime Intelligence platform.
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| Navigation Status | Under way using its engine |
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| Reported ETA | ••••••••• |
| Reported Destination (AIS) | JPKIJ |
| Last Position Update | ••••••••• |
| Speed | 13.4 knots |
| Draught | ••••••••• |
| Summer Draught | ••••••••• |
| Heading | 35º |
| Course | 36.8º |
| Next Destination | |
| Current Position | ••••••••• |
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| Builder (Shipyard) | |
| Year Build | 2010 |
| Keel Laid Year | 2009 |
| Hull Type Code | ••••••••• |