SUNRISE PIONEER (IMO 9494230)
SUNRISE PIONEER is a Bulk Carrier built in 2009 and flying the Hong Kong, China flag, placing it in its 17th year of service. The vessel reports a deadweight tonnage of 179,788 metric tonnes and a gross tonnage of 93,960. At this capacity, it is configured for significant dry bulk transport operations. SUNRISE PIONEER is classed by the American Bureau of Shipping, which is an IACS member. The vessel has been observed in the Indian Ocean, Java Sea, East Asia, and West Africa over recent periods. It has operated under three former names and two former flag states. Over the last 36 months it has had 6 port state control (PSC) inspections and no detentions. The most recent inspection was on 10 November 2025.
- Type: Bulk Carrier
- Flag: Hong Kong, China
- Year built: 2009
- MMSI: 477767800
- Call sign: VRML3
- Gross tonnage: 93960
- Deadweight: 179788 t
- Length overall: 292 m
- Beam: 45 m
- Port State Control (PSC) inspections: 31 since 2010
- PSC detentions in the last 36 months: 0
- Last PSC inspection: 10/11/2025
- Registered owner: SUNRISE 3 SHIPPING CO LTD (China)
- Ship manager: OPEN HORIZON INTERNATIONAL (China)
- ISM manager: SEACON SHIPS MGMT-QINGDAO (China)
- Last AIS position: 35°6.3′S · 022°2.2′E · Speed 9.6 kn · under way · received 16 October 2026 at 02:47 UTC
- Destination: Qingdao Pt (CN QDG) · ETA 20 November 2026 at 08:00 UTC (as broadcast by the vessel)
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Frequently asked questions
What is the vessel type and age of SUNRISE PIONEER?
SUNRISE PIONEER is a Bulk Carrier built in 2009. It is currently in its 17th year of service.
What are the capacity specifications for SUNRISE PIONEER?
The vessel has a deadweight tonnage of 179,788 metric tonnes. Its gross tonnage is recorded at 93,960.
Which classification society maintains SUNRISE PIONEER?
The vessel is classed by the American Bureau of Shipping. This society is a recognized member of the International Association of Classification Societies (IACS).
Where has SUNRISE PIONEER been recently observed?
The vessel has been active in several regions including the Indian Ocean and the Java Sea. It has also been recorded in East Asia and West Africa.
What is the port-state control record for SUNRISE PIONEER?
Over the last 36 months it has had 6 port state control (PSC) inspections and no detentions, with 5 deficiencies recorded. The most recent inspection was on 10 November 2025. All-time records show 31 inspections since 2010 and no detentions.
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