SIN PHYONG 6 (IMO 9135523)
SIN PHYONG 6 is a General Cargo Ship built in 1996 and flying the Korea Democratic Republic flag, placing it in its 30th year of service. The vessel reports a deadweight tonnage of 27,097 metric tonnes and a gross tonnage of 19,990. This vessel is configured for general cargo operations. SIN PHYONG 6 is classed by Intermaritime Certification Services, S.A., which is not an IACS member. The vessel has been observed in the East Asia region. It has been registered under four former names and has operated under three different flag states. No port state control (PSC) inspections were recorded in the last 36 months; 97 inspections are on file since 1999, the most recent on 8 September 2022.
- Type: General Cargo Ship
- Flag: Korea Democratic Republic
- Year built: 1996
- MMSI: 445670000
- Call sign: HMBK
- Gross tonnage: 19990
- Deadweight: 27097 t
- Port State Control (PSC) inspections: 97 since 1999
- PSC detentions in the last 36 months: 0
- Last PSC detention: 18/06/2012, Townsville (Indian Ocean MoU / Tokyo MoU)
- Last PSC inspection: 08/09/2022
- Registered owner · Ship manager: KOREA MYONGRYU TRADING CO (North Korea)
- Last AIS position: 34°54.5′N · 122°48.4′E · Speed 0.2 kn · received 21 January 2026 at 23:22 UTC
- Destination: Nampo (KP NAM) · ETA 23 January 2026 at 11:18 UTC (as broadcast by the vessel)
Frequently asked questions
What is the vessel type and age of SIN PHYONG 6?
SIN PHYONG 6 is a General Cargo Ship. It was built in 1996 and is currently in its 30th year of service.
What are the capacity specifications for SIN PHYONG 6?
The vessel has a deadweight tonnage of 27,097 metric tonnes. Its gross tonnage is recorded at 19,990.
Which classification society is associated with this vessel?
The vessel is classed by Intermaritime Certification Services, S.A. The current status of this classification is listed as Withdrawn.
How many port-state inspections has the vessel undergone?
No port state control (PSC) inspections were recorded in the last 36 months; 97 inspections are on file since 1999, the most recent on 8 September 2022.
Has the vessel's name or flag changed over time?
Yes, the vessel has been registered under four former names. It has also operated under three different flag states during its career.
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