SINO NORTH (IMO 8412388)
SINO NORTH is a Container Ship built in 1985 and flying the Panama flag, placing it in its 41st year of service. The vessel reports a deadweight tonnage of 25,088 metric tonnes and a gross tonnage of 18,145. This vessel is configured for containerized cargo transport operations.
SINO NORTH is classed by Bureau Veritas, which is a member of the International Association of Classification Societies (IACS). The vessel's current class status is Reinstated. Over the last 36 months it has had 1 port state control (PSC) inspection and no detentions. The most recent inspection was on 30 October 2025.
- Type: Container Ship
- Flag: Panama
- Year built: 1985
- Call sign: HOUV
- Gross tonnage: 18145
- Deadweight: 25088 t
- Port State Control (PSC) inspections: 26 since 1999
- PSC detentions in the last 36 months: 0
- Last PSC detention: 09/07/2006, Fremantle (Indian Ocean MoU / Tokyo MoU)
- Last PSC inspection: 30/10/2025
- Registered owner: SINONORTH SHIPPING CO LTD
- Ship manager · ISM manager: SHANGHAI VASTEAST INTL (China)
Frequently asked questions
What type of vessel is SINO NORTH?
SINO NORTH is a container ship. It was built in 1985 and is currently in its 41st year of service.
What are the tonnage specifications for SINO NORTH?
The vessel has a deadweight tonnage of 25,088 metric tonnes. Its gross tonnage is recorded at 18,145.
Which classification society maintains SINO NORTH?
SINO NORTH is classed by Bureau Veritas. This society is a member of the International Association of Classification Societies (IACS).
How many inspections has the vessel undergone recently?
Over the last 36 months it has had 1 port state control (PSC) inspection and no detentions, with 1 deficiency recorded. The most recent inspection was on 30 October 2025. All-time records show 26 inspections since 1999 and 2 detentions. The most recent detention was on 9 July 2006.
What is the flag history of SINO NORTH?
The vessel currently flies the Panama flag. Throughout its history, it has operated under 2 different flag states.
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