SOUTHERN ZEREN (IMO 9907275)
SOUTHERN ZEREN is a Chemical/Oil Products Tanker built in 2021 and flying the Liberia flag, placing it in its fifth year of service. The vessel reports a deadweight tonnage of 17,344 metric tonnes and a gross tonnage of 9,994. This vessel is configured for the transport of chemical and oil products. SOUTHERN ZEREN is classed by Nippon Kaiji Kyokai, which is an IACS member. The vessel has been observed in East Asia, South East Asia, and the broader East Asia and South East Asia region. 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 17 April 2026.
- Type: Chemical/Oil Products Tanker
- Flag: Liberia
- Year built: 2021
- MMSI: 636020552
- Call sign: D5ZS5
- Gross tonnage: 9994
- Deadweight: 17344 t
- Port State Control (PSC) inspections: 8 since 2021
- PSC detentions in the last 36 months: 0
- Last PSC inspection: 17/04/2026
- Registered owner: SOUTHERN CHEMICAL CARRIERS SA (Japan)
- Ship manager: SANSHO KAIUN CO LTD (Japan)
- ISM manager: NCCI MARINE INC (Philippines)
- Last AIS position: 8°42.2′N · 122°45.3′E · Speed 13.7 kn · under way · received 12 October 2026 at 14:38 UTC
- Destination: Sandakan, Sabah (MY SDK) · ETA 13 October 2026 at 20:33 UTC (as broadcast by the vessel)
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Frequently asked questions
What is the vessel type of SOUTHERN ZEREN?
SOUTHERN ZEREN is a Chemical/Oil Products Tanker. It was built in 2021 and is currently in its fifth year of service.
What are the capacity specifications for SOUTHERN ZEREN?
The vessel has a deadweight tonnage of 17,344 metric tonnes. Its gross tonnage is recorded at 9,994.
Which classification society manages SOUTHERN ZEREN?
The vessel is classed by Nippon Kaiji Kyokai. This society is a member of the International Association of Classification Societies (IACS).
Where has SOUTHERN ZEREN been operating recently?
The vessel has been observed in East Asia and South East Asia. These geographic areas represent its most recent recorded maritime activity.
How many inspections has the vessel undergone?
Over the last 36 months it has had 4 port state control (PSC) inspections and no detentions. The most recent inspection was on 17 April 2026. All-time records show 8 inspections since 2021 and no detentions.
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