SOUTHERN TURKEY (IMO 9749740)
SOUTHERN TURKEY is a Chemical/Oil Products Tanker built in 2018 and flying the Liberia flag, placing it in its eighth year of service. The vessel reports a deadweight tonnage of 17,301 metric tonnes and a gross tonnage of 9,997. This vessel is configured for the transport of chemical and oil products. SOUTHERN TURKEY is classed by Nippon Kaiji Kyokai, which is an IACS member. The vessel has been observed in the Makassar Strait, 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 April 2026.
- Type: Chemical/Oil Products Tanker
- Flag: Liberia
- Year built: 2018
- MMSI: 636018519
- Call sign: D5QB4
- Gross tonnage: 9997
- Deadweight: 17301 t
- Port State Control (PSC) inspections: 14 since 2018
- PSC detentions in the last 36 months: 0
- Last PSC inspection: 09/04/2026
- Registered owner: SOUTHERN DRAGON CHEMICAL SA (Japan)
- Ship manager · ISM manager: SANSHO KAIUN CO LTD (Japan)
- Last AIS position: 4°26.4′S · 110°3.4′E · Speed 13.6 kn · under way · received 11 October 2026 at 23:39 UTC
- Destination: Lumut (MY LUM) · ETA 14 October 2026 at 22:00 UTC (as broadcast by the vessel)
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Frequently asked questions
What is the vessel type of SOUTHERN TURKEY?
SOUTHERN TURKEY is a Chemical/Oil Products Tanker. It was built in 2018 and is currently in its eighth year of service.
What are the capacity specifications for SOUTHERN TURKEY?
The vessel has a deadweight tonnage of 17,301 metric tonnes. Its gross tonnage is recorded at 9,997.
Which classification society maintains SOUTHERN TURKEY?
The vessel is classed by Nippon Kaiji Kyokai. This society is a member of the International Association of Classification Societies (IACS).
Where has SOUTHERN TURKEY been recently observed?
The vessel has been observed in the Makassar Strait and throughout East Asia and South East Asia. These regions represent its most recent geographic activity.
What is the PSC inspection history for SOUTHERN TURKEY?
Over the last 36 months it has had 4 port state control (PSC) inspections and no detentions; the deficiency count is reported for 1 of them. The most recent inspection was on 9 April 2026. All-time records show 14 inspections since 2018 and no detentions.
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