CARNIVAL SUNSHINE (IMO 9070058)
CARNIVAL SUNSHINE is a Passenger (Cruise) Ship built in 1996 and flying the Bahamas flag, placing it in its 30th year of service. The vessel reports a gross tonnage of 103,881, a deadweight tonnage of 11,142, and a length overall of 270 metres. This size and type categorize it as a large-scale passenger vessel designed for cruise operations. CARNIVAL SUNSHINE is classed by Lloyd's Register, which is a member of the International Association of Classification Societies (IACS). The vessel has been observed in the North America East Coast and the Middle America and Gulf of Mexico regions. It has previously operated under one former name and one former flag. Over the last 36 months it has had 10 port state control (PSC) inspections and no detentions. The most recent inspection was on 6 October 2026.
- Type: Passenger (Cruise) Ship
- Flag: Bahamas
- Year built: 1996
- MMSI: 308017000
- Call sign: C6FN4
- Gross tonnage: 103881
- Deadweight: 11142 t
- Length overall: 270 m
- Beam: 44 m
- Port State Control (PSC) inspections: 91 since 1999
- PSC detentions in the last 36 months: 0
- Last PSC inspection: 06/10/2026
- Registered owner · Ship manager · ISM manager: CARNIVAL CORPORATION LTD (USA)
- Last AIS position: 36°48.2′N · 075°44.6′W · Speed 18.9 kn · under way · received 17 October 2026 at 23:45 UTC
- Destination: Halifax (CA HAL) · ETA 19 October 2026 at 13:30 UTC (as broadcast by the vessel)
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Frequently asked questions
What is the vessel type and age of CARNIVAL SUNSHINE?
CARNIVAL SUNSHINE is a Passenger (Cruise) Ship. It was built in 1996 and is currently in its 30th year of service.
What are the dimensions of CARNIVAL SUNSHINE?
The vessel has a length overall of 270 metres and a beam of 44 metres. It possesses a gross tonnage of 103,881.
Which classification society maintains CARNIVAL SUNSHINE?
The vessel is classed by Lloyd's Register. This society is a recognized member of the International Association of Classification Societies (IACS).
Where has CARNIVAL SUNSHINE been operating recently?
The vessel has been observed in the North America East Coast and the Middle America and Gulf of Mexico regions. These areas represent its recent geographic activity.
What is the PSC inspection history for this vessel?
Over the last 36 months it has had 10 port state control (PSC) inspections and no detentions, with 31 deficiencies recorded. The most recent inspection was on 6 October 2026. All-time records show 91 inspections since 1999 and no detentions.
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