SITC HAKATA (IMO 9253179)
SITC HAKATA is a Container Ship built in 2001 and flying the Hong Kong, China flag, placing it in its 25th year of service. The vessel reports a deadweight tonnage of 18,069 metric tonnes and a gross tonnage of 13,267. This size and type suggest its role in regional containerized cargo transport. SITC HAKATA is classed by Nippon Kaiji Kyokai, which is an IACS member. The vessel has been observed in the Singapore Strait, East Asia, and South East Asia. It has operated under two former names and two former flags. Over the last 36 months it has had 4 port state control (PSC) inspections and no detentions. The most recent inspection was on 31 July 2026.
- Type: Container Ship
- Flag: Hong Kong, China
- Year built: 2001
- MMSI: 477016900
- Call sign: VRLN2
- Gross tonnage: 13267
- Deadweight: 18069 t
- Length overall: 162 m
- Beam: 26 m
- Port State Control (PSC) inspections: 58 since 2002
- PSC detentions in the last 36 months: 0
- Last PSC inspection: 31/07/2026
- Registered owner: SITC HAKATA SHIPPING CO LTD (China)
- Ship manager · ISM manager: SITC SHIPPING MANAGEMENT (China)
- Last AIS position: 10°6.8′N · 107°21.3′E · Speed 1.8 kn · under way · received 10 October 2026 at 07:50 UTC
- Destination: To be nominated · ETA 10 October 2026 at 08:30 UTC (as broadcast by the vessel)
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Frequently asked questions
What is the vessel type and age of SITC HAKATA?
SITC HAKATA is a container ship built in 2001. It is currently in its 25th year of service.
What are the tonnage specifications for SITC HAKATA?
The vessel has a deadweight tonnage of 18,069 metric tonnes. Its gross tonnage is recorded at 13,267.
Which classification society manages SITC HAKATA?
The vessel is classed by Nippon Kaiji Kyokai. This society is a member of the International Association of Classification Societies (IACS).
Where has SITC HAKATA been recently observed?
The vessel has been active in the Singapore Strait and throughout East Asia. It has also been observed in South East Asian waters.
What is the PSC inspection history for SITC HAKATA?
Over the last 36 months it has had 4 port state control (PSC) inspections and no detentions. The most recent inspection was on 31 July 2026. All-time records show 58 inspections since 2002 and no detentions.
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