SUN 9 is a Chemical/Oil Products Tanker built in 2010 and flying the Bahamas flag, placing it in its 16th year of service. The vessel reports a deadweight tonnage of 19,992 metric tonnes, a gross tonnage of 11,908, and a length overall of 146 metres. This size profile is typical for specialized tanker operations in regional chemical and oil product trades. SUN 9 is classed by Nippon Kaiji Kyokai, which is an IACS member. The vessel has been observed in West Europe, South Asia, and East Africa over recent periods. It has previously operated under two different names and two different flag states. Over the last 36 months it has had 9 port state control (PSC) inspections and 2 detentions. The most recent inspection was on 20 May 2026.
SUN 9 is a Chemical/Oil Products Tanker. It was built in 2010 and is currently in its 16th year of service.
The vessel has a length overall of 146 metres and a beam of 24 metres. It carries a deadweight tonnage of 19,992 metric tonnes.
The vessel is classed by Nippon Kaiji Kyokai. This society is a recognized member of the International Association of Classification Societies (IACS).
Over the last 36 months it has had 9 port state control (PSC) inspections and 2 detentions; the deficiency count is reported for 8 of them. The most recent inspection was on 20 May 2026. All-time records show 36 inspections since 2010 and 2 detentions. The most recent detention was on 20 May 2026.
The vessel has been observed in several regions including West Europe and South Asia. It has also been recorded in East Africa and the Gulf of Mexico.
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