VIKING OCEAN (IMO 9514999)
VIKING OCEAN is a Vehicles Carrier built in 2012 and flying the Marshall Islands flag, placing it in its 14th year of service. The vessel reports a deadweight tonnage of 12,550 metric tonnes, a gross tonnage of 39,454, and a length overall of 167.25 metres. This vessel is configured for the transport of automotive cargo. VIKING OCEAN is classed by DNV-GL (ex DNV), which is an IACS member. The vessel has been observed in East Asia, South East Asia, and the North America West Coast over recent periods. It has previously operated under one former name 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 11 June 2026.
- Type: Vehicles Carrier
- Flag: Marshall Islands
- Year built: 2012
- MMSI: 538009731
- Call sign: V7A5094
- Gross tonnage: 39454
- Deadweight: 12550 t
- Length overall: 167.25 m
- Beam: 28.01 m
- Home port: MAJURO
- Port State Control (PSC) inspections: 35 since 2012
- PSC detentions in the last 36 months: 0
- Last PSC inspection: 11/06/2026
- Registered owner: GCC SHIPOWNING AS (Norway)
- Ship manager: GCC MANAGEMENT AS (Norway)
- ISM manager · DOC holder: OSM THOME GCC SHIP MANAGEMENT
- Last AIS position: 8°51.8′N · 079°32.2′W · Speed 0.0 kn · at anchor · received 15 October 2026 at 08:17 UTC
- Destination: Balboa (PA BLB)
Frequently asked questions
What is the vessel type and age of VIKING OCEAN?
VIKING OCEAN is a Vehicles Carrier built in 2012. It is currently in its 14th year of service.
What are the dimensions of VIKING OCEAN?
The vessel has a length overall of 167.25 metres and a beam of 28.01 metres. It operates with a maximum draught of 8.6 metres.
Which classification society maintains VIKING OCEAN?
The vessel is classed by DNV-GL (ex DNV), which is an IACS member. Its current status is listed as Delivered with several specific notations including Car carrier and MCDK.
What is the PSC inspection history for this vessel?
Over the last 36 months it has had 6 port state control (PSC) inspections and no detentions, with 6 deficiencies recorded. The most recent inspection was on 11 June 2026. All-time records show 35 inspections since 2012 and no detentions.
Where has VIKING OCEAN been recently observed?
The vessel has been active in East Asia, South East Asia, and the North America West Coast. It also operates within the Australia and New Zealand region.
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