ADVANTAGE SUN (IMO 9513141)
ADVANTAGE SUN is a Crude Oil Tanker built in 2012 and flying the Marshall Islands flag, placing it in its 14th year of service. The vessel reports a deadweight tonnage of 156,597 metric tonnes, a gross tonnage of 84,203, and a length overall of 274 metres. This size and type indicate its role in the global transport of crude oil products. ADVANTAGE SUN is classed by the American Bureau of Shipping, which is an IACS member. The vessel has been observed in West Africa, South Africa, and the Australia and New Zealand regions. It has previously operated under two different names and two different flags. Over the last 36 months it has had 7 port state control (PSC) inspections and no detentions. The most recent inspection was on 28 May 2026.
- Type: Crude Oil Tanker
- Flag: Marshall Islands
- Year built: 2012
- MMSI: 538006201
- Call sign: V7KZ6
- Gross tonnage: 84203
- Deadweight: 156597 t
- Length overall: 274 m
- Beam: 48 m
- Port State Control (PSC) inspections: 20 since 2013
- PSC detentions in the last 36 months: 0
- Last PSC inspection: 28/05/2026
- Registered owner: GREAT ORBIT LTD (Turkey)
- Ship manager · ISM manager: GENEL DENIZCILIK NAKLIYATI AS (Turkey)
- Last AIS position: 8°0.6′N · 056°55.2′W · Speed 8.4 kn · under way · received 14 October 2026 at 10:49 UTC
- Destination: To be nominated
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Frequently asked questions
What is the vessel type and age of ADVANTAGE SUN?
ADVANTAGE SUN is a Crude Oil Tanker. It was built in 2012 and is currently in its 14th year of service.
What are the dimensions of ADVANTAGE SUN?
The vessel has a length overall of 274 metres and a beam of 48 metres. It possesses a deadweight tonnage of 156,597 metric tonnes.
Which classification society manages ADVANTAGE SUN?
The vessel is classed by the American Bureau of Shipping. This society is a recognized member of the International Association of Classification Societies (IACS).
What is the PSC inspection history for this vessel?
Over the last 36 months it has had 7 port state control (PSC) inspections and no detentions, with 14 deficiencies recorded. The most recent inspection was on 28 May 2026. All-time records show 20 inspections since 2013 and no detentions.
Where has ADVANTAGE SUN been recently observed?
The vessel has been active in West Africa and South Africa. It has also been recorded in the Australia and New Zealand geographic regions.
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