SOO SHIN (IMO 9166704)
SOO SHIN is a Vehicles Carrier built in 1998 and flying the Panama flag, placing it in its 28th year of service. The vessel reports a deadweight tonnage of 13,680 metric tonnes, a gross tonnage of 44,219, and a length overall of 179.47 metres. This configuration is typical for specialized vehicle transport operations. SOO SHIN is classed by DNV, which is a member of the International Association of Classification Societies. The vessel has been observed in East Asia and along the North America West Coast over recent periods. It has operated under one former flag and has been registered under four different names. Over the last 36 months it has had 15 port state control (PSC) inspections and no detentions. The most recent inspection was on 31 March 2026.
- Type: Vehicles Carrier
- Flag: Panama
- Year built: 1998
- MMSI: 352001129
- Call sign: 3E3409
- Gross tonnage: 44219
- Deadweight: 13680 t
- Length overall: 179.47 m
- Beam: 32.2 m
- Home port: PANAMA
- Port State Control (PSC) inspections: 101 since 1999
- PSC detentions in the last 36 months: 0
- Last PSC detention: 05/03/2015, Jacksonville, Florida (US Coast Guard)
- Last PSC inspection: 31/03/2026
- Registered owner: SOO SHIN MARITIME SA (South Korea)
- Ship manager: SAMJOO MARITIME CO LTD (South Korea)
- ISM manager · DOC holder: DORIKO LTD (South Korea)
- Last AIS position: 48°49.3′N · 154°43.8′W · Speed 11.1 kn · under way · received 18 October 2026 at 00:57 UTC
- Destination: Portland (AU PTJ) · ETA 22 October 2026 at 18:33 UTC (as broadcast by the vessel)
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Frequently asked questions
What are the dimensions of SOO SHIN?
The vessel has a length overall of 179.47 metres and a beam of 32.2 metres. It operates with a maximum draught of 8.75 metres.
What is the capacity of SOO SHIN?
The vessel reports a deadweight tonnage of 13,680 metric tonnes. Its gross tonnage is recorded at 44,219.
Which classification society maintains SOO SHIN?
SOO SHIN is classed by DNV, which is an IACS member. The vessel's current class status is listed as Reinstated.
How many inspections has the vessel undergone?
Over the last 36 months it has had 15 port state control (PSC) inspections and no detentions, with 18 deficiencies recorded. The most recent inspection was on 31 March 2026. All-time records show 101 inspections since 1999 and 1 detention. The most recent detention was on 5 March 2015.
Where has SOO SHIN been operating recently?
The vessel has been observed in East Asia and along the North America West Coast. These regions represent its most recent recorded geographic activity.
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