SUN EXCELSIOR (IMO 9691515)
SUN EXCELSIOR is a Bulk Carrier built in 2014 and flying the Panama flag, placing it in its 12th year of service. The vessel reports a deadweight tonnage of 77,160 metric tonnes and a gross tonnage of 40,944. This capacity is typical for mid-sized bulk carriers engaged in regional dry bulk commodities transport. SUN EXCELSIOR is classed by Nippon Kaiji Kyokai, which is an IACS member. The vessel has been observed in East Asia, the New Guinea Pacific, and the Australia and New Zealand regions. It has previously operated under one former name and one former flag. Over the last 36 months it has had 7 port state control (PSC) inspections and no detentions. The most recent inspection was on 18 December 2025.
- Type: Bulk Carrier
- Flag: Panama
- Year built: 2014
- MMSI: 370737000
- Call sign: 3EUF9
- Gross tonnage: 40944
- Deadweight: 77160 t
- Port State Control (PSC) inspections: 30 since 2014
- PSC detentions in the last 36 months: 0
- Last PSC inspection: 18/12/2025
- Registered owner: SOUTH DEVON MARITIME SA (Japan)
- Ship manager · ISM manager: NICHITOKU KISEN CO LTD (Japan)
- Last AIS position: 20°15.4′S · 153°55.3′E · Speed 8.3 kn · under way · received 12 October 2026 at 20:34 UTC
- Destination: MATSUURA · ETA 29 October 2026 at 09:14 UTC (as broadcast by the vessel)
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Frequently asked questions
What is the vessel type and age of SUN EXCELSIOR?
SUN EXCELSIOR is a Bulk Carrier built in 2014. It is currently in its 12th year of service.
What are the capacity specifications for SUN EXCELSIOR?
The vessel has a deadweight tonnage of 77,160 metric tonnes. Its gross tonnage is recorded at 40,944.
Which classification society manages SUN EXCELSIOR?
The vessel is classed by Nippon Kaiji Kyokai. This society is a member of the International Association of Classification Societies (IACS).
Where has SUN EXCELSIOR been recently operating?
The vessel has been observed in East Asia, the New Guinea Pacific, and the Australia and New Zealand regions. These areas represent its recent geographic footprint.
What is the port-state control record for SUN EXCELSIOR?
Over the last 36 months it has had 7 port state control (PSC) inspections and no detentions, with 8 deficiencies recorded. The most recent inspection was on 18 December 2025. All-time records show 30 inspections since 2014 and no detentions.
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