SAMSUN (IMO 9657777)
SAMSUN is a Bulk Carrier built in 2013 and flying the Malta flag, placing it in its 13th year of service. The vessel reports a deadweight tonnage of 63,200, a gross tonnage of 35,812, and no length overall is specified. This vessel is configured for bulk cargo transport operations. SAMSUN is classed by the American Bureau of Shipping, which is an IACS member. The vessel has been observed in the Mediterranean Sea, South Asia, and the East Coast of South America. It has previously operated under one former name and one former flag. Over the last 36 months it has had 11 port state control (PSC) inspections and 1 detention. The most recent inspection was on 10 July 2026.
- Type: Bulk Carrier
- Flag: Malta
- Year built: 2013
- MMSI: 229220000
- Call sign: 9HA3158
- Gross tonnage: 35812
- Deadweight: 63200 t
- Length overall: 200 m
- Beam: 32 m
- Port State Control (PSC) inspections: 55 since 2013
- PSC detentions in the last 36 months: 1
- Last PSC detention: 03/01/2024, Riga (Paris MoU)
- Last PSC inspection: 10/07/2026
- Registered owner: TACK SHIPPING SA (Panama)
- Ship manager · ISM manager: CINER SHIP MANAGEMENT LTD (Greece)
- Last AIS position: 29°56.5′N · 090°8.3′W · Speed 2.8 kn · under way · received 7 October 2026 at 06:40 UTC
- Destination: New Orleans (US MSY)
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Frequently asked questions
What is the vessel type and age of SAMSUN?
SAMSUN is a Bulk Carrier built in 2013. It is currently in its 13th year of service.
What are the capacity specifications for SAMSUN?
The vessel has a deadweight tonnage of 63,200 metric tonnes. Its gross tonnage is recorded at 35,812.
Which classification society maintains SAMSUN?
SAMSUN is classed by the American Bureau of Shipping. This society is a member of the International Association of Classification Societies (IACS).
Where has SAMSUN been recently observed?
The vessel has been active in the Mediterranean Sea, South Asia, and the East Coast of South America. These regions represent its most recent geographic operational areas.
What is the PSC inspection history for SAMSUN?
Over the last 36 months it has had 11 port state control (PSC) inspections and 1 detention; the deficiency count is reported for 9 of them. The most recent inspection was on 10 July 2026. All-time records show 55 inspections since 2013 and 3 detentions. The most recent detention was on 3 January 2024.
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