SOUTHERN SHARK (IMO 9821299)
SOUTHERN SHARK 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 26,051, a gross tonnage of 14,965, and no length overall is recorded. This vessel is configured for the transport of chemical and oil products. SOUTHERN SHARK is classed by Nippon Kaiji Kyokai, which is an IACS member. The vessel has been observed in the Malacca Strait, South Asia, and South East Asia. 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 1 March 2026.
- Type: Chemical/Oil Products Tanker
- Flag: Liberia
- Year built: 2018
- MMSI: 636018333
- Call sign: D5PG4
- Gross tonnage: 14965
- Deadweight: 26051 t
- Port State Control (PSC) inspections: 24 since 2018
- PSC detentions in the last 36 months: 0
- Last PSC inspection: 01/03/2026
- Registered owner: SOUTHERN CHEMICAL CARRIERS SA (Japan)
- Ship manager: SANSHO KAIUN CO LTD (Japan)
- ISM manager: SANSHO KOREA CO LTD (South Korea)
- Last AIS position: 0°52.0′S · 026°38.6′W · Speed 12.2 kn · under way · received 11 October 2026 at 16:10 UTC
- Destination: Amsterdam (NL AMS) · ETA 23 October 2026 at 14:15 UTC (as broadcast by the vessel)
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Frequently asked questions
What is the vessel type of SOUTHERN SHARK?
SOUTHERN SHARK 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 SHARK?
The vessel has a deadweight tonnage of 26,051. Its gross tonnage is recorded at 14,965.
Which classification society manages SOUTHERN SHARK?
The vessel is classed by Nippon Kaiji Kyokai. This society is a recognized member of the International Association of Classification Societies (IACS).
Where has SOUTHERN SHARK been recently observed?
The vessel has been observed in the Malacca Strait and throughout South East Asia. It has also been recorded in the South Asia region.
What is the PSC inspection history for SOUTHERN SHARK?
Over the last 36 months it has had 4 port state control (PSC) inspections and no detentions, with no deficiencies recorded. The most recent inspection was on 1 March 2026. All-time records show 24 inspections since 2018 and no detentions.
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