SUN ORION (IMO 9700433)
SUN ORION is a Chemical/Oil Products Tanker built in 2014 and flying the Panama flag, placing it in its 12th year of service. The vessel reports a deadweight tonnage of 8,720 metric tonnes, a gross tonnage of 5,457, and a length overall of 112 metres. This size profile is typical for specialized tanker operations in regional coastal trades. SUN ORION is classed by Nippon Kaiji Kyokai, 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 5 port state control (PSC) inspections and no detentions. The most recent inspection was on 27 February 2026.
- Type: Chemical/Oil Products Tanker
- Flag: Panama
- Year built: 2014
- MMSI: 372335000
- Call sign: 3FSA6
- Gross tonnage: 5457
- Deadweight: 8720 t
- Length overall: 112 m
- Beam: 19 m
- Port State Control (PSC) inspections: 25 since 2014
- PSC detentions in the last 36 months: 0
- Last PSC inspection: 27/02/2026
- Registered owner: SHOKUYU NAVIGATION CO SA (Japan)
- Ship manager: SHOKUYU TANKER CO LTD (Japan)
- ISM manager: SUN TECHNOMARINE CO LTD (Japan)
- Last AIS position: 1°15.6′N · 104°13.7′E · Speed 12.7 kn · under way · received 15 October 2026 at 05:43 UTC
- Destination: Map Ta Phut (TH MAT) · ETA 19 October 2026 at 13:00 UTC (as broadcast by the vessel)
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Frequently asked questions
What is the vessel type and age of SUN ORION?
SUN ORION is a Chemical/Oil Products Tanker. It was built in 2014 and is currently in its 12th year of service.
What are the dimensions of SUN ORION?
The vessel has a length overall of 112 metres and a beam of 19 metres. It carries a deadweight tonnage of 8,720 metric tonnes.
Which classification society manages SUN ORION?
The vessel is classed by Nippon Kaiji Kyokai. This society is a recognized member of the International Association of Classification Societies (IACS).
What is the PSC inspection history for this vessel?
Over the last 36 months it has had 5 port state control (PSC) inspections and no detentions; the deficiency count is reported for 2 of them. The most recent inspection was on 27 February 2026. All-time records show 25 inspections since 2014 and no detentions.
Where has SUN ORION been recently observed?
The vessel has been observed operating in East Asia and South East Asia. These regions represent its most recent recorded geographic activity.
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