SITC SHIMIZU (IMO 9639658)
SITC SHIMIZU 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 12,693 metric tonnes and a gross tonnage of 9,734. This size and type suggest a vessel optimized for regional feeder services and short-sea container logistics. SITC SHIMIZU is classed by China Classification Society, which is a member of the International Association of Classification Societies (IACS). The vessel has been observed operating in East Asia and South East Asia. 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 5 August 2025.
- Type: Container Ship
- Flag: Hong Kong, China
- Year built: 2012
- MMSI: 477335600
- Call sign: VRLG2
- Gross tonnage: 9734
- Deadweight: 12693 t
- Port State Control (PSC) inspections: 26 since 2012
- PSC detentions in the last 36 months: 0
- Last PSC inspection: 05/08/2025
- Registered owner: SITC SHIMIZU SHIPPING CO LTD (China)
- Ship manager: SITC SHIPS MANAGEMENT CO LTD (China)
- ISM manager: SITC SHIPPING MANAGEMENT (China)
- Last AIS position: 35°32.5′N · 140°56.9′E · Speed 13.6 kn · under way · received 10 October 2026 at 12:58 UTC
- Destination: Sendaishiogama (JP SGM) · ETA 11 October 2026 at 10:30 UTC (as broadcast by the vessel)
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Frequently asked questions
What is the vessel type and age of SITC SHIMIZU?
SITC SHIMIZU is a container ship built in 2012. It is currently in its 14th year of service.
What are the tonnage specifications for SITC SHIMIZU?
The vessel has a deadweight tonnage of 12,693 metric tonnes. Its gross tonnage is recorded at 9,734.
Which classification society maintains SITC SHIMIZU?
The vessel is classed by China Classification Society. This society is a recognized member of the International Association of Classification Societies (IACS).
Where has SITC SHIMIZU been operating recently?
The vessel has been observed in East Asia and South East Asia. These regions represent its primary recent geographic areas of operation.
How many PSC inspections has the vessel undergone?
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 5 August 2025. All-time records show 26 inspections since 2012 and no detentions.
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