WINTER SUN (IMO 9317028)
WINTER SUN is a Chemical/Oil Products Tanker built in 2005 and flying the Panama flag, placing it in its 21st year of service. The vessel reports a deadweight tonnage of 9,517 metric tonnes, a gross tonnage of 5,988, and a length overall of 119 metres. This size profile is typical for specialized tanker operations in regional coastal trades. WINTER SUN is classed by Nippon Kaiji Kyokai, which is an IACS member. The vessel has been observed in the Mediterranean Sea, West Africa, and West 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 10 port state control (PSC) inspections and no detentions. The most recent inspection was on 7 May 2026.
- Type: Chemical/Oil Products Tanker
- Flag: Panama
- Year built: 2005
- MMSI: 354866000
- Call sign: HPLX
- Gross tonnage: 5988
- Deadweight: 9517 t
- Length overall: 119 m
- Beam: 18 m
- Port State Control (PSC) inspections: 57 since 2005
- PSC detentions in the last 36 months: 0
- Last PSC inspection: 07/05/2026
- Registered owner: TRANSCHEM SHIPPING INC (Turkey)
- Ship manager · ISM manager: HICRI ERCILI DENIZCILIK AS (Turkey)
- Last AIS position: 50°20.4′N · 001°3.1′W · Speed 7.4 kn · under way · received 10 October 2026 at 08:52 UTC
- Destination: Montoir-de-Bretagne (FR MTX) · ETA 11 October 2026 at 19:00 UTC (as broadcast by the vessel)
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Frequently asked questions
What is the vessel type and age of WINTER SUN?
WINTER SUN is a Chemical/Oil Products Tanker. It was built in 2005 and is currently in its 21st year of service.
What are the dimensions of WINTER SUN?
The vessel has a length overall of 119 metres and a beam of 18 metres. It carries a deadweight tonnage of 9,517 metric tonnes.
Which classification society maintains WINTER SUN?
The vessel is classed by Nippon Kaiji Kyokai. This society is a member of the International Association of Classification Societies (IACS).
What is the PSC inspection history for this vessel?
Over the last 36 months it has had 10 port state control (PSC) inspections and no detentions, with 9 deficiencies recorded. The most recent inspection was on 7 May 2026. All-time records show 57 inspections since 2005 and no detentions.
Where has WINTER SUN been recently observed?
The vessel has been active in the Mediterranean Sea, West Africa, and West Europe. These regions represent its most recent recorded geographic areas of operation.
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