AKIRA SUN (IMO 9139270)
AKIRA SUN is a Bulk Carrier built in 1996 and flying the Panama flag, placing it in its 30th year of service. The vessel reports a deadweight tonnage of 70,296 metric tonnes, a gross tonnage of 36,559, and a length overall of 225 metres. This size and type suggest it is configured for regional bulk commodity transport.
AKIRA SUN is classed by the Panama Classification Bureau. The vessel has been observed in South Asia, the Singapore Strait, and South East Asia over recent periods. It has previously operated under five different names and two different flag states. Over the last 36 months it has had 10 port state control (PSC) inspections and 2 detentions. The most recent inspection was on 8 June 2026.
- Type: Bulk Carrier
- Flag: Panama
- Year built: 1996
- MMSI: 374348000
- Call sign: 3EWC4
- Gross tonnage: 36559
- Deadweight: 70296 t
- Length overall: 225 m
- Beam: 32 m
- Port State Control (PSC) inspections: 88 since 2000
- PSC detentions in the last 36 months: 2
- Last PSC detention: 07/06/2026, Maoming (Tokyo MoU)
- Last PSC inspection: 08/06/2026
- Registered owner · Ship manager: WESTERN BULK SHIPPING CO LTD (China)
- ISM manager: FREE OCEAN SHIPPING LTD (China)
- Last AIS position: 25°4.7′N · 057°14.1′E · Speed 3.3 kn
- Destination: Tanjunguban (ID TAN) · ETA 2026-10-24T10:21:00.000Z
Frequently asked questions
What are the dimensions of AKIRA SUN?
The vessel has a length overall of 225 metres and a beam of 32 metres. These dimensions are consistent with its 70,296 DWT bulk carrier configuration.
What is the PSC inspection history for AKIRA SUN?
Over the last 36 months it has had 10 port state control (PSC) inspections and 2 detentions, with 24 deficiencies recorded. The most recent inspection was on 8 June 2026. All-time records show 88 inspections since 2000 and 5 detentions. The most recent detention was on 7 June 2026.
Which classification society manages AKIRA SUN?
The vessel is classed by the Panama Classification Bureau. Its current classification status is listed as Delivered.
What is the flag and MoU status of the vessel?
AKIRA SUN flies the Panama flag. It is currently categorized in the grey band for the Paris MoU and the white band for the Tokyo MoU.
How many former names has the vessel had?
The vessel has been registered under 5 different names throughout its service history. It has also operated under 2 different flags previously.
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