TROPIC SUN (IMO 5137872)
TROPIC SUN is an Oil Products Tanker built in 1957 and flying the United States of America flag, placing it in its 69th year of service. The vessel reports a deadweight tonnage of 35,280 metric tonnes and a gross tonnage of 20,177. Given its capacity and type, it is configured for the transport of petroleum-derived liquid cargoes. There is no classification society or IACS membership data available for this vessel. The vessel has not been observed in any specific recent geographic regions within the provided data. It has operated under one former name and one former flag state during its service history. No port state control (PSC) inspection records are on file for this vessel.
- Type: Oil Products Tanker
- Flag: United States of America
- Year built: 1957
- Call sign: KLHC
- Gross tonnage: 20177
- Deadweight: 35280 t
- Registered owner: TROPIC SUN SHIPPING (USA)
- Ship manager: SUN TRANSPORT (USA)
Frequently asked questions
What is the vessel type of TROPIC SUN?
TROPIC SUN is an Oil Products Tanker. It was built in 1957 and is currently in its 69th year of service.
What are the capacity specifications for TROPIC SUN?
The vessel has a deadweight tonnage of 35,280 metric tonnes. Its gross tonnage is recorded at 20,177.
Which flag does the vessel fly?
The vessel currently flies the United States of America flag. It has operated under one different flag state previously in its history.
How many inspections has TROPIC SUN undergone?
No port state control (PSC) inspection records are on file for this vessel.
What is the history of name and ownership changes?
The vessel has been registered under one former name during its career. Additionally, there have been 3 recorded changes in ownership.
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