SUN SHINE (IMO 9405435)
SUN SHINE is a Bulk Carrier built in 2007 and flying the Marshall Islands flag, placing it in its 19th year of service. The vessel reports a deadweight tonnage of 53,554, a gross tonnage of 29,956, and no length overall is provided. This vessel is configured for bulk cargo operations within its specific tonnage class. SUN SHINE is classed by Nippon Kaiji Kyokai, which is an IACS member. The vessel has been observed in East Asia, the Mediterranean Sea, and the Malacca Strait over recent periods. It has previously operated under three different names and three different flags. Over the last 36 months it has had 6 port state control (PSC) inspections and no detentions. The most recent inspection was on 3 March 2026.
- Type: Bulk Carrier
- Flag: Marshall Islands
- Year built: 2007
- MMSI: 538012117
- Call sign: V7A3992
- Gross tonnage: 29956
- Deadweight: 53554 t
- Length overall: 190 m
- Beam: 32 m
- Port State Control (PSC) inspections: 57 since 2007
- PSC detentions in the last 36 months: 0
- Last PSC detention: 23/06/2009, Tianjin (Tokyo MoU)
- Last PSC inspection: 03/03/2026
- Registered owner: XL SHIPPING LTD (China)
- Ship manager · ISM manager: HK TRIUMPH MARINE LTD (China)
- Last AIS position: 38°54.8′N · 118°4.3′E · Speed 11.9 kn · under way · received 9 October 2026 at 23:57 UTC
- Destination: Tianjin Xingang Pt (CN TXG)
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Frequently asked questions
What is the vessel type and age of SUN SHINE?
SUN SHINE is a Bulk Carrier built in 2007. It is currently in its 19th year of service.
What are the capacity specifications for SUN SHINE?
The vessel has a deadweight tonnage of 53,554 metric tonnes. Its gross tonnage is recorded at 29,956.
Which classification society manages SUN SHINE?
The vessel is classed by Nippon Kaiji Kyokai. This society is a member of the International Association of Classification Societies (IACS).
Where has SUN SHINE been recently observed?
The vessel has been observed in the Mediterranean Sea, South Asia, and the Malacca Strait. These observations cover various major maritime corridors.
What is the PSC inspection history for SUN SHINE?
Over the last 36 months it has had 6 port state control (PSC) inspections and no detentions, with 21 deficiencies recorded. The most recent inspection was on 3 March 2026. All-time records show 57 inspections since 2007 and 1 detention. The most recent detention was on 23 June 2009.
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