SCORPIO 168 (IMO 8748397)
SCORPIO 168 is a General Cargo Ship built in 2009 and flying the Jamaica flag, placing it in its 17th year of service. The vessel reports a deadweight tonnage of 15,000 metric tonnes, a gross tonnage of 8,646, and a length overall of 141 metres. This size and type suggest its utility in regional cargo transport operations. SCORPIO 168 is classed by Isthmus Bureau of Shipping. The vessel has been observed in the Molucca Sea, East Asia, and South East Asia over recent periods. It has previously operated under four different names and eight different flag states. Over the last 36 months it has had 12 port state control (PSC) inspections and no detentions. The most recent inspection was on 6 May 2026.
- Type: General Cargo Ship
- Flag: Jamaica
- Year built: 2009
- MMSI: 339301620
- Call sign: 6YXT7
- Gross tonnage: 8646
- Deadweight: 15000 t
- Length overall: 141 m
- Beam: 20 m
- Port State Control (PSC) inspections: 59 since 2011
- PSC detentions in the last 36 months: 0
- Last PSC detention: 09/02/2021, Humen (Tokyo MoU)
- Last PSC inspection: 06/05/2026
- Registered owner: MINGSHUN SHIPPING LTD (China)
- Ship manager · ISM manager: JINSHUNYUAN SHIPPING LTD (China)
- Last AIS position: 21°44.0′N · 108°34.7′E · Speed 0.0 kn · moored · received 11 October 2026 at 04:04 UTC
- Destination: Qinzhou (CN QZH)
Frequently asked questions
What is the vessel type and age of SCORPIO 168?
SCORPIO 168 is a General Cargo Ship built in 2009. It is currently in its 17th year of service.
What are the dimensions of SCORPIO 168?
The vessel has a length overall of 141 metres and a beam of 20 metres. It carries a deadweight tonnage of 15,000 metric tonnes.
Which classification society manages SCORPIO 168?
The vessel is classed by the Isthmus Bureau of Shipping. Its current classification status is recorded as Delivered.
Where has SCORPIO 168 been recently observed?
The vessel has been observed in the Molucca Sea and throughout East Asia and South East Asia. These regions represent its recent operational areas.
What is the PSC inspection history for SCORPIO 168?
Over the last 36 months it has had 12 port state control (PSC) inspections and no detentions, with 31 deficiencies recorded. The most recent inspection was on 6 May 2026. All-time records show 59 inspections since 2011 and 3 detentions. The most recent detention was on 9 February 2021.
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