SUN UNICORN (IMO 9178422)
SUN UNICORN is a General Cargo Ship built in 1998 and flying the Palau (Republic of) flag, placing it in its 28th year of service. The vessel reports a deadweight tonnage of 4,791 metric tonnes and a gross tonnage of 2,990. This size profile is typical for general cargo operations in regional coastal or short-sea trades. SUN UNICORN is classed by the International Register of Shipping (IS), which is an IACS member. The vessel has been observed in the Mediterranean Sea over recent periods. It has operated under two former names and two former flags throughout its history. Over the last 36 months it has had 9 port state control (PSC) inspections and no detentions. The most recent inspection was on 9 June 2026.
- Type: General Cargo Ship
- Flag: Palau (Republic of)
- Year built: 1998
- MMSI: 511011035
- Call sign: T8XQ
- Gross tonnage: 2990
- Deadweight: 4791 t
- Length overall: 99 m
- Beam: 17 m
- Port State Control (PSC) inspections: 55 since 1998
- PSC detentions in the last 36 months: 0
- Last PSC detention: 11/09/2023, Novorossiisk (Black Sea MoU)
- Last PSC inspection: 09/06/2026
- Registered owner: STEFANIA MIKHAELA SHIPPING-BZE (Switzerland)
- Ship manager: SUN UNICORN NAVIGATION AG (Switzerland)
- ISM manager: KVT L SIA (Latvia)
- Last AIS position: 41°15.0′N · 029°10.3′E · Speed 8.2 kn · under way · received 11 October 2026 at 01:47 UTC
- Destination: Batumi (GE BUS) · ETA 14 October 2026 at 02:00 UTC (as broadcast by the vessel)
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Frequently asked questions
What is the vessel type and age of SUN UNICORN?
SUN UNICORN is a General Cargo Ship built in 1998. It is currently in its 28th year of service.
What are the capacity specifications for SUN UNICORN?
The vessel has a deadweight tonnage of 4,791 metric tonnes. Its gross tonnage is recorded at 2,990.
Which flag does the vessel currently fly?
The vessel flies the Palau (Republic of) flag. It has operated under two different flags previously in its history.
What is the classification status of SUN UNICORN?
The vessel is classed by the International Register of Shipping (IS), which is an IACS member. Its current class status is listed as Withdrawn.
How many PSC inspections has the vessel undergone?
Over the last 36 months it has had 9 port state control (PSC) inspections and no detentions, with 26 deficiencies recorded. The most recent inspection was on 9 June 2026. All-time records show 55 inspections since 1998 and 2 detentions. The most recent detention was on 11 September 2023.
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