SONILAND (IMO 9155949)
SONILAND is a General Cargo Ship built in 1997 and flying the Gibraltar flag, placing it in its 29th year of service. The vessel reports a deadweight tonnage of 4,085 metric tonnes, a gross tonnage of 2,820, and a length overall of 90 metres. This size and type suggest its utility in regional cargo transport and short-sea shipping operations. SONILAND is classed by DNV, which is an IACS member. The vessel has been observed in West Europe and North Europe over recent periods. It has previously operated under two former names and one former flag state. Over the last 36 months it has had 4 port state control (PSC) inspections and no detentions. The most recent inspection was on 9 December 2025.
- Type: General Cargo Ship
- Flag: Gibraltar
- Year built: 1997
- MMSI: 236306000
- Call sign: ZDHE5
- Gross tonnage: 2820
- Deadweight: 4085 t
- Length overall: 90 m
- Beam: 13.6 m
- Home port: GIBRALTAR -
- Port State Control (PSC) inspections: 56 since 1998
- PSC detentions in the last 36 months: 0
- Last PSC detention: 26/06/2014, Nowy Port (Paris MoU)
- Last PSC inspection: 09/12/2025
- Registered owner: SONILAND SHIPPING CO LTD (Estonia)
- Ship manager · ISM manager: KLIP MARINE SHIPMANAGEMENT LTD (Estonia)
- Last AIS position: 52°45.5′N · 000°23.4′E · Speed 0.0 kn · moored · received 17 October 2026 at 01:07 UTC
- Destination: King's Lynn (GB KLN)
Frequently asked questions
What is the vessel type and age of SONILAND?
SONILAND is a General Cargo Ship built in 1997. It is currently in its 29th year of service.
What are the dimensions of SONILAND?
The vessel has a length overall of 90 metres and a beam of 13.6 metres. It carries a deadweight tonnage of 4,085 metric tonnes.
Which classification society manages SONILAND?
The vessel is classed by DNV, which is an IACS member. Its current classification status is recorded as Suspended.
What is the PSC inspection history for SONILAND?
Over the last 36 months it has had 4 port state control (PSC) inspections and no detentions, with 3 deficiencies recorded. The most recent inspection was on 9 December 2025. All-time records show 56 inspections since 1998 and 2 detentions. The most recent detention was on 26 June 2014.
Where has SONILAND been operating recently?
The vessel has been observed in West Europe and North Europe. It currently flies the flag of Gibraltar.
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