SUNLIGHT ACE (IMO 9338864)
SUNLIGHT ACE is a Vehicles Carrier built in 2009 and flying the Panama flag, placing it in its 17th year of service. The vessel reports a deadweight tonnage of 18,855 metric tonnes and a gross tonnage of 58,911. This configuration is typical for specialized vehicle transport operations. SUNLIGHT ACE is classed by Nippon Kaiji Kyokai, which is an IACS member. The vessel has been observed in East Asia, the North America East Coast, and the South America East Coast. It has previously operated under one former name and two former flag states. Over the last 36 months it has had 19 port state control (PSC) inspections and no detentions. The most recent inspection was on 15 August 2026.
- Type: Vehicles Carrier
- Flag: Panama
- Year built: 2009
- MMSI: 354423000
- Call sign: 3EID4
- Gross tonnage: 58911
- Deadweight: 18855 t
- Port State Control (PSC) inspections: 70 since 2009
- PSC detentions in the last 36 months: 0
- Last PSC inspection: 15/08/2026
- Registered owner: POLAR BEAR SA (Japan)
- Ship manager · ISM manager: KANSAI STEAMSHIP CO LTD (Japan)
- Last AIS position: 34°48.7′S · 021°44.6′E · Speed 15.7 kn · under way · received 12 October 2026 at 14:17 UTC
- Destination: Sagunto (ES SAG) · ETA 26 October 2026 at 12:00 UTC (as broadcast by the vessel)
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Frequently asked questions
What is the vessel type and age of SUNLIGHT ACE?
SUNLIGHT ACE is a Vehicles Carrier. It was built in 2009 and is currently in its 17th year of service.
What are the tonnage specifications for SUNLIGHT ACE?
The vessel has a gross tonnage of 58,911. It also reports a deadweight tonnage of 18,855 metric tonnes.
Which classification society manages SUNLIGHT ACE?
The vessel is classed by Nippon Kaiji Kyokai. This society is a recognized member of the International Association of Classification Societies (IACS).
Where has SUNLIGHT ACE been operating recently?
The vessel has been observed in East Asia and the North America East Coast. It has also been recorded near the South America East Coast.
What is the port-state control record for this vessel?
Over the last 36 months it has had 19 port state control (PSC) inspections and no detentions, with 13 deficiencies recorded. The most recent inspection was on 15 August 2026. All-time records show 70 inspections since 2009 and no detentions.
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