VS SUNSHINE (IMO 8695863)
VS SUNSHINE is a General Cargo Ship built in 2009 and flying the Sao Tome and Principe flag, placing it in its 17th year of service. The vessel reports a deadweight tonnage of 5,000 metric tonnes, a gross tonnage of 2,985, and a length overall of 97 metres. This size profile is typical for general cargo operations in regional coastal trades. VS SUNSHINE is classed by the International Register of Shipping (IS), which is not an IACS member. The vessel has been observed in South East Asia and East Asia over recent periods. It has a history of operating under 5 different flags and has been known by 7 former names. Over the last 36 months it has had 21 port state control (PSC) inspections and 2 detentions. The most recent inspection was on 19 August 2026.
- Type: General Cargo Ship
- Flag: Sao Tome and Principe
- Year built: 2009
- MMSI: 668116440
- Call sign: S9A3240
- Gross tonnage: 2985
- Deadweight: 5000 t
- Length overall: 97 m
- Beam: 16 m
- Port State Control (PSC) inspections: 79 since 2016
- PSC detentions in the last 36 months: 2
- Last PSC detention: 19/08/2026, Kota Kinabalu (Tokyo MoU)
- Last PSC inspection: 19/08/2026
- Registered owner · Ship manager · ISM manager: VAN SAM SHIPPING CO LTD (Vietnam)
- Last AIS position: 17°28.9′N · 108°17.2′E · Speed 4.6 kn · under way under sail · received 9 October 2026 at 10:09 UTC
- Destination: CAMPHA · ETA 10 October 2026 at 16:49 UTC (as broadcast by the vessel)
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Frequently asked questions
What is the vessel type and age of VS SUNSHINE?
VS SUNSHINE is a General Cargo Ship built in 2009. It is currently in its 17th year of service.
What are the dimensions of VS SUNSHINE?
The vessel has a length overall of 97 metres and a beam of 16 metres. Its deadweight tonnage is recorded at 5,000 metric tonnes.
Which classification society is associated with this vessel?
The vessel is classed by the International Register of Shipping (IS). Its current classification status is listed as Withdrawn.
What is the PSC inspection history for VS SUNSHINE?
Over the last 36 months it has had 21 port state control (PSC) inspections and 2 detentions, with 78 deficiencies recorded. The most recent inspection was on 19 August 2026. All-time records show 79 inspections since 2016 and 7 detentions. The most recent detention was on 19 August 2026.
Where has VS SUNSHINE been operating recently?
The vessel has been observed in South East Asia and East Asia. It has previously operated under 5 different flags throughout its career.
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