SONG DO 1 (IMO 9338979)
SONG DO 1 is a General Cargo Ship built in 2004 and flying the Korea Democratic Republic flag, placing it in its 22nd year of service. The vessel reports a deadweight tonnage of 3,800 metric tonnes and a gross tonnage of 2,358. This size profile is typical for general cargo operations in regional coastal trades. SONG DO 1 is classed by International Ship Class. The vessel has been observed in East Asia and the Makassar Strait over recent periods. It has a history of operating under six different flags and has been known by three former names. No port state control (PSC) inspections were recorded in the last 36 months; 43 inspections are on file since 2005, the most recent on 8 December 2016.
- Type: General Cargo Ship
- Flag: Korea Democratic Republic
- Year built: 2004
- MMSI: 445542000
- Call sign: HMZC8
- Gross tonnage: 2358
- Deadweight: 3800 t
- Port State Control (PSC) inspections: 43 since 2005
- PSC detentions in the last 36 months: 0
- Last PSC detention: 02/05/2013, Rizhao (Tokyo MoU)
- Last PSC inspection: 08/12/2016
- Registered owner · Ship manager · ISM manager: KOREA HANGIL SHIPPING CO (North Korea)
- Last AIS position: 38°36.8′N · 124°48.0′E · Speed 0.1 kn · received 6 July 2026 at 06:04 UTC
- Destination: Qingdao (CN QIN) · ETA 8 July 2026 at 00:35 UTC (as broadcast by the vessel)
Frequently asked questions
What is the vessel type and age of SONG DO 1?
SONG DO 1 is a General Cargo Ship. It was built in 2004 and is currently in its 22nd year of service.
What are the tonnage specifications for SONG DO 1?
The vessel has a deadweight tonnage of 3,800 metric tonnes. Its gross tonnage is recorded at 2,358.
Where has SONG DO 1 been recently observed?
The vessel has been observed in East Asia and the Makassar Strait. These regions represent its recent geographic activity.
How many inspections has SONG DO 1 undergone?
No port state control (PSC) inspections were recorded in the last 36 months; 43 inspections are on file since 2005, the most recent on 8 December 2016.
How many former names and flags has the vessel had?
SONG DO 1 has been registered under 3 former names. Additionally, the vessel has operated under 6 different flags throughout its history.
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