SOLAR ICON (IMO 9569803)
SOLAR ICON is a Bulk Carrier built in 2011 and flying the Hong Kong, China flag, placing it in its 15th year of service. The vessel reports a deadweight tonnage of 179,322 metric tonnes and a gross tonnage of 93,631. This capacity indicates a large-scale bulk carrier suitable for international dry bulk commodities. SOLAR ICON is classed by Korean Register, which is an IACS member. The vessel has been observed in East Africa, South Asia, and the South America East Coast over recent periods. It has operated under three former names and three former flags. No port state control (PSC) inspections were recorded in the last 36 months; 11 inspections are on file since 2011, the most recent on 9 August 2022.
- Type: Bulk Carrier
- Flag: Hong Kong, China
- Year built: 2011
- MMSI: 477234600
- Call sign: VRQJ2
- Gross tonnage: 93631
- Deadweight: 179322 t
- Length overall: 292 m
- Beam: 45 m
- Home port: HONG KONG
- Port State Control (PSC) inspections: 11 since 2011
- PSC detentions in the last 36 months: 0
- Last PSC inspection: 09/08/2022
- Registered owner: HUILANG TIANJIN SHIPPING (South Korea)
- Ship manager · ISM manager: POLARIS SHIPPING CO LTD-KRS (South Korea)
- Technical manager: POLARIS SHIPPING CO.,LTD
- Last AIS position: 35°12.3′S · 020°25.8′E · Speed 11.1 kn · under way · received 7 October 2026 at 09:40 UTC
- Destination: CNTAO · ETA 7 November 2026 at 22:00 UTC (as broadcast by the vessel)
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Frequently asked questions
What is the vessel type and age of SOLAR ICON?
SOLAR ICON is a Bulk Carrier built in 2011. It is currently in its 15th year of service.
What are the dimensions and capacity of SOLAR ICON?
The vessel has a deadweight tonnage of 179,322 metric tonnes. Its gross tonnage is recorded at 93,631.
Which classification society maintains SOLAR ICON?
The vessel is classed by Korean Register. This society is a recognized member of the International Association of Classification Societies (IACS).
Where has SOLAR ICON been recently observed?
The vessel has been observed in East Africa, South Asia, and the South America East Coast. These regions represent its recent operational footprint.
What is the PSC inspection history for SOLAR ICON?
No port state control (PSC) inspections were recorded in the last 36 months; 11 inspections are on file since 2011, the most recent on 9 August 2022.
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