SUNSHINE (IMO 9615028)
SUNSHINE is a Bulk Carrier built in 2012 and flying the Liberia flag, placing it in its 14th year of service. The vessel reports a deadweight tonnage of 28,236 metric tonnes and a gross tonnage of 17,019. This size profile is typical for smaller bulk carriers engaged in regional or coastal dry bulk trades. SUNSHINE is classed by Nippon Kaiji Kyokai, which is an IACS member. The vessel has been observed in West Africa, the Mediterranean Sea, and the North America East Coast over recent periods. It has operated under two former flags and has been registered under three different names. Over the last 36 months it has had 11 port state control (PSC) inspections and no detentions. The most recent inspection was on 15 July 2026.
- Type: Bulk Carrier
- Flag: Liberia
- Year built: 2012
- MMSI: 636020402
- Call sign: D5ZB2
- Gross tonnage: 17019
- Deadweight: 28236 t
- Port State Control (PSC) inspections: 55 since 2012
- PSC detentions in the last 36 months: 0
- Last PSC detention: 04/08/2021, Venezia (Paris MoU)
- Last PSC inspection: 15/07/2026
- Registered owner: SUNSHINE SHIPPING LTD-MAI (Greece)
- Ship manager · ISM manager: GRAHAM SHIPPING CO (Greece)
- Last AIS position: 36°3.3′N · 005°23.4′W · Speed 10.1 kn · under way · received 10 October 2026 at 16:16 UTC
- Destination: Algeciras (ES ALG)
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Frequently asked questions
What is the vessel type and age of SUNSHINE?
SUNSHINE is a Bulk Carrier built in 2012. It is currently in its 14th year of service.
What are the capacity specifications for SUNSHINE?
The vessel has a deadweight tonnage of 28,236 metric tonnes. Its gross tonnage is recorded at 17,019.
Which classification society manages SUNSHINE?
The vessel is classed by Nippon Kaiji Kyokai. This society is a member of the International Association of Classification Societies (IACS).
Where has SUNSHINE been recently observed?
The vessel has been active in West Africa and the Mediterranean Sea. It has also been observed near the North America East Coast.
What is the PSC inspection history for SUNSHINE?
Over the last 36 months it has had 11 port state control (PSC) inspections and no detentions, with 19 deficiencies recorded. The most recent inspection was on 15 July 2026. All-time records show 55 inspections since 2012 and 1 detention. The most recent detention was on 4 August 2021.
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