LUNAR BOW

LUNAR BOW (IMO: 9842009) is a Fishing vessel sailing under the UK flag. It has an overall length of 262 feets and a beam of 52 feets.

Vessel Identification

• MMSI: 232025939
• IMO: 9842009
• Call Sign: MGQI9
• Flag: United Kingdom
• Vessel Type: Bulk Carrier
• AIS Type: Cargo

Specification

• Gross Tonnage: 38,372 GT
• Deadweight: 63,600 DWT
• Length Overall: 199.9 m
• Beam: 32.26 m
• Draft: 13.0 m
• Hull: Single Hull

Propulsion

• Engine Type: MAN B&W Diesel
• Propulsion Type: Motor Vessel
• Speed: 14.0 knots (service)

Shipyard

• Builder: Yangzijiang Shipbuilding Group
• Country of Build: China
• Year Built: 2018

Owner / Operator

• Registered Owner: Lunar Bow Shipping Company
• Flag State: United Kingdom (British Registry)
• Management: Cargill Ocean Transportation

Navigation / Communications Equipment

• AIS Class: Class A Transponder
• GMDSS: Equipped
• Navigation Status: Broadcast via AIS

Operating Region

• Trading Area: International / Worldwide
• Route Type: Tramping (Bulk Trade Routes)
• Typical Regions: Pacific, Indian Ocean, Atlantic trade corridors

Vessel Description

LUNAR BOW is a geared Ultramax bulk carrier built in 2018 at the Yangzijiang Shipbuilding facility in China. With a deadweight of approximately 63,600 tonnes and a length of nearly 200 metres, she is designed for the efficient transportation of dry bulk commodities including grain, coal, and minerals. The vessel operates under the UK flag and is commercially managed by Cargill Ocean Transportation, one of the world's leading bulk commodity trading and shipping enterprises. She is fitted with standard Class A AIS and full GMDSS communications equipment, enabling compliance with international maritime safety and reporting requirements across all trading regions.