Bulk Carrier WOOYANG VENUS Detained in Gladstone

The bulk carrier WOOYANG VENUS, flagged under the Marshall Islands, was detained at the port of Gladstone, Queensland, following a Port State Control inspection on 09 Aug 2026. The vessel, with a gross tonnage of 46,982 and a deadweight of 87,052, was found with a total of 11 deficiencies, including one considered detainable. The inspection was conducted under the Tokyo Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) framework. The ship is managed by KOREA SHIPMANAGERS CO LTD, which is responsible for the vessel's compliance with international safety and operational standards. The detention indicates serious non-compliance issues that require rectification before the vessel can resume operations. Port State Control inspections are routine checks aimed at ensuring vessels meet safety, security, and environmental standards. Detentions are enforced when deficiencies pose significant risks to crew, cargo, or the environment. The WOOYANG VENUS will remain detained until the identified issues are addressed and verified by authorities.