YU SON (IMO 8691702)
YU SON is an Oil Products Tanker built in 2003 and flying the Korea Democratic Republic flag, placing it in its 23rd year of service. The vessel reports a deadweight tonnage of 3,398 metric tonnes and a gross tonnage of 2,228. Given its capacity, it is configured for specialized oil product transport. YU SON is classed by Zianlian Chuen, though its current class status is listed as Withdrawn and it is not an IACS member. The vessel has been observed in the East Asia region. It has a history of operating under 5 different flags and has been known by 6 former names. No port state control (PSC) inspections were recorded in the last 36 months; 6 inspections are on file since 2016, the most recent on 18 April 2017.
- Type: Oil Products Tanker
- Flag: Korea Democratic Republic
- Year built: 2003
- MMSI: 445604000
- Call sign: HMZE9
- Gross tonnage: 2228
- Deadweight: 3398 t
- Port State Control (PSC) inspections: 6 since 2016
- PSC detentions in the last 36 months: 0
- Last PSC inspection: 18/04/2017
- Registered owner · Ship manager · ISM manager: CHANG HAE SHIPPING CO LTD (North Korea)
- Last AIS position: 37°43.7′N · 123°24.8′E · Speed 6.1 kn · under way under sail · received 19 August 2026 at 07:29 UTC
- Destination: Nampo (KP NAM) · ETA 20 August 2026 at 03:27 UTC (as broadcast by the vessel)
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Frequently asked questions
What is the vessel type of YU SON?
YU SON is an Oil Products Tanker. It was built in 2003 and is currently in its 23rd year of service.
What are the tonnage specifications for YU SON?
The vessel has a deadweight tonnage of 3,398 metric tonnes. Its gross tonnage is recorded at 2,228.
How many inspections has YU SON undergone?
No port state control (PSC) inspections were recorded in the last 36 months; 6 inspections are on file since 2016, the most recent on 18 April 2017.
What is the classification status of YU SON?
YU SON is classed by Zianlian Chuen. The current status of the vessel's classification is listed as Withdrawn.
Has the vessel changed names or flags before?
Yes, the vessel has a significant history of changes. It has been known by 6 former names and has operated under 5 different flags.
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