TARANAKI SUN (IMO 9751406)
TARANAKI SUN is a Chemical/Oil Products Tanker built in 2016 and flying the Cayman Islands flag, placing it in its 10th year of service. The vessel reports a deadweight tonnage of 49,994, a gross tonnage of 30,561, and no length overall is provided. At this capacity, the vessel is configured for the transport of liquid chemical and oil products. TARANAKI SUN is classed by Nippon Kaiji Kyokai, which is an IACS member. The vessel has been observed in East Asia, South East Asia, and the Gulf of Mexico/North America West Coast regions. It has previously operated under one former name and one former flag. Over the last 36 months it has had 8 port state control (PSC) inspections and no detentions. The most recent inspection was on 17 June 2026.
- Type: Chemical/Oil Products Tanker
- Flag: Cayman Islands
- Year built: 2016
- MMSI: 319091800
- Call sign: ZGFL8
- Gross tonnage: 30561
- Deadweight: 49994 t
- Port State Control (PSC) inspections: 32 since 2016
- PSC detentions in the last 36 months: 0
- Last PSC inspection: 17/06/2026
- Registered owner: MALLARD NAVIGATION INC (Japan)
- Ship manager: MITSUI OSK LINES LTD (Japan)
- ISM manager: MOL GLOBAL SHIP MANAGEMENT PTE
- Last AIS position: 30°2.3′N · 090°41.3′W · Speed 12.8 kn · under way · received 11 October 2026 at 12:24 UTC
- Destination: Port Of South Louisiana (US LU8)
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Frequently asked questions
What is the vessel type of TARANAKI SUN?
TARANAKI SUN is a Chemical/Oil Products Tanker. It was built in 2016 and is currently in its 10th year of service.
What are the capacity specifications for TARANAKI SUN?
The vessel has a deadweight tonnage of 49,994 metric tonnes. Its gross tonnage is recorded at 30,561.
Which classification society manages TARANAKI SUN?
The vessel is classed by Nippon Kaiji Kyokai. This society is a member of the International Association of Classification Societies (IACS).
Where has TARANAKI SUN been recently observed?
The vessel has been seen in East Asia and South East Asia. It has also been observed in the Gulf of Mexico and along the North America West Coast.
What is the PSC inspection history for this vessel?
Over the last 36 months it has had 8 port state control (PSC) inspections and no detentions, with 3 deficiencies recorded. The most recent inspection was on 17 June 2026. All-time records show 32 inspections since 2016 and no detentions.
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