NAM SON 16 is a General Cargo Ship built in 2006 and flying the Vietnam flag, placing it in its 20th year of service. The vessel reports a deadweight tonnage of 3,033 metric tonnes, a gross tonnage of 1,599, and a length overall of 80 metres. This size and configuration are typical for regional general cargo operations. NAM SON 16 is classed by the Vietnam Register of Shipping. The vessel has been observed in the South China Sea, the Java Sea, and South East Asia over recent periods. It has previously operated under one former flag and has been registered under four different names. Over the last 36 months it has had 8 port state control (PSC) inspections and no detentions. The most recent inspection was on 30 May 2026.
NAM SON 16 is a General Cargo Ship. It was built in 2006 and is currently in its 20th year of service.
The vessel has a length overall of 80 metres and a beam of 12 metres. It carries a deadweight tonnage of 3,033 metric tonnes.
The vessel is classed by the Vietnam Register of Shipping. Its current classification status is listed as Delivered.
The vessel has been observed in the South China Sea, the Java Sea, and South East Asia. These regions represent its recent geographic activity.
Over the last 36 months it has had 8 port state control (PSC) inspections and no detentions, with 16 deficiencies recorded. The most recent inspection was on 30 May 2026. All-time records show 39 inspections since 2008 and no detentions.
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