SITC HOCHIMINH (IMO 9639608)
SITC HOCHIMINH is a Container Ship built in 2012 and flying the Hong Kong, China flag, placing it in its 14th year of service. The vessel reports a deadweight tonnage of 12,695 metric tonnes, a gross tonnage of 9,734, and a length overall of 143.16 metres. This vessel is configured for regional containerized cargo operations. SITC HOCHIMINH is classed by DNV-GL (ex GL), which is an IACS member. The vessel has been observed in East Asia and South East Asia over recent periods. It has previously operated under one former name and one former flag. Over the last 36 months it has had 4 port state control (PSC) inspections and no detentions. The most recent inspection was on 9 January 2026.
- Type: Container Ship
- Flag: Hong Kong, China
- Year built: 2012
- MMSI: 477203300
- Call sign: VRLI3
- Gross tonnage: 9734
- Deadweight: 12695 t
- Length overall: 143.16 m
- Beam: 22.6 m
- Home port: Hong Kong
- Port State Control (PSC) inspections: 21 since 2012
- PSC detentions in the last 36 months: 0
- Last PSC inspection: 09/01/2026
- Registered owner: SITC HOCHIMINH SHIPPING CO LTD (China)
- Ship manager: SITC SHIPS MANAGEMENT CO LTD (China)
- ISM manager · DOC holder: SITC SHIPPING MANAGEMENT (China)
- Last AIS position: 10°15.5′N · 107°28.3′E · Speed 13.9 kn · under way · received 13 October 2026 at 18:21 UTC
- Destination: Ho Chi Minh City/Saigon (VN SGN)
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Frequently asked questions
What are the dimensions of SITC HOCHIMINH?
The vessel has a length overall of 143.16 metres and a beam of 22.6 metres. It operates with a maximum draught of 8.3 metres.
What is the capacity of SITC HOCHIMINH?
The ship has a deadweight tonnage of 12,695 metric tonnes. Its gross tonnage is recorded at 9,734.
Which classification society manages SITC HOCHIMINH?
The vessel is classed by DNV-GL (ex GL), which is an IACS member. Its current class status is listed as Delivered.
What is the PSC inspection history for this vessel?
Over the last 36 months it has had 4 port state control (PSC) inspections and no detentions, with 2 deficiencies recorded. The most recent inspection was on 9 January 2026. All-time records show 21 inspections since 2012 and no detentions.
Where has SITC HOCHIMINH been operating recently?
The vessel has been observed in East Asia and South East Asia. These regions represent its most recent recorded geographic areas of operation.
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