GINGA SUNBIRD (IMO 9926568)
GINGA SUNBIRD is a Chemical/Oil Products Tanker built in 2022 and flying the Marshall Islands flag, placing it in its fourth year of service. The vessel reports a deadweight tonnage of 25,160 metric tonnes, a gross tonnage of 15,839, and a length overall of 159 metres. This vessel is configured for the transport of chemical and oil products.
GINGA SUNBIRD is classed by Nippon Kaiji Kyokai, which is an IACS member. The vessel has been observed in South Africa, East Asia, and South East Asia over recent periods. It has previously operated under two former names and one former flag state. Over the last 36 months it has had 6 port state control (PSC) inspections and no detentions. The most recent inspection was on 27 December 2025.
- Type: Chemical/Oil Products Tanker
- Flag: Marshall Islands
- Year built: 2022
- MMSI: 538010217
- Call sign: V7A5764
- Gross tonnage: 15839
- Deadweight: 25160 t
- Length overall: 159 m
- Beam: 27 m
- Port State Control (PSC) inspections: 8 since 2023
- PSC detentions in the last 36 months: 0
- Last PSC inspection: 27/12/2025
- Registered owner: BRIGHT CARRIER SA (Japan)
- Ship manager: MOL CHEMICAL TANKERS PTE LTD
- ISM manager: ANGLO-EASTERN SHIPMANAGEMENT S
- Last AIS position: 2°7.1′N · 063°11.3′E · Speed 13.7 kn
- Destination: Durban (ZA DUR) · ETA 2026-10-18T11:31:00.000Z
Frequently asked questions
What is the vessel type of GINGA SUNBIRD?
GINGA SUNBIRD is a Chemical/Oil Products Tanker. It was built in 2022 and is currently in its fourth year of service.
What are the dimensions of GINGA SUNBIRD?
The vessel has a length overall of 159 metres and a beam of 27 metres. It carries a deadweight tonnage of 25,160 metric tonnes.
Which classification society manages GINGA SUNBIRD?
The vessel is classed by Nippon Kaiji Kyokai. This society is a 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 6 port state control (PSC) inspections and no detentions; the deficiency count is reported for 5 of them. The most recent inspection was on 27 December 2025. All-time records show 8 inspections since 2023 and no detentions.
Where has GINGA SUNBIRD been recently observed?
The vessel has been observed in South Africa, East Africa, and South East Asia. These regions represent its recent operational geographic areas.
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