SUNBIRD (IMO 9956915)
SUNBIRD is a Chemical/Oil Products Tanker built in 2023 and flying the Marshall Islands flag, placing it in its third year of service. The vessel reports a deadweight tonnage of 22,573 metric tonnes and a gross tonnage of 13,414. This capacity is typical for specialized tankers engaged in regional chemical or oil product transport. SUNBIRD is classed by Nippon Kaiji Kyokai, which is an IACS member. The vessel has been observed in the South America East Coast, the Middle America and Gulf of Mexico, and the South America West Coast regions. It has previously operated under one former name and one former flag. Over the last 36 months it has had 14 port state control (PSC) inspections and no detentions. The most recent inspection was on 2 August 2026.
- Type: Chemical/Oil Products Tanker
- Flag: Marshall Islands
- Year built: 2023
- MMSI: 538010673
- Call sign: V7A7238
- Gross tonnage: 13414
- Deadweight: 22573 t
- Port State Control (PSC) inspections: 16 since 2023
- PSC detentions in the last 36 months: 0
- Last PSC inspection: 02/08/2026
- Registered owner: HISAMOTO KISEN/PACIFIC LIGHT (Japan)
- Ship manager: ULTRATANK SHIPPING SA (Uruguay)
- ISM manager: FLEET MANAGEMENT LTD-HKG (China)
- Last AIS position: 28°23.1′S · 047°3.7′W · Speed 12.7 kn · under way · received 15 October 2026 at 20:12 UTC
- Destination: RECLADA
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Frequently asked questions
What is the vessel type of SUNBIRD?
SUNBIRD is a Chemical/Oil Products Tanker. It was built in 2023 and is currently in its third year of service.
What are the capacity specifications for SUNBIRD?
The vessel has a deadweight tonnage of 22,573 metric tonnes. Its gross tonnage is recorded at 13,414.
Which classification society manages SUNBIRD?
SUNBIRD is classed by Nippon Kaiji Kyokai. This society is a member of the International Association of Classification Societies (IACS).
Where has SUNBIRD been operating recently?
The vessel has been observed in the South America East Coast and the Gulf of Mexico regions. It has also been recorded near the South America West Coast.
What is the PSC inspection history for SUNBIRD?
Over the last 36 months it has had 14 port state control (PSC) inspections and no detentions; the deficiency count is reported for 10 of them. The most recent inspection was on 2 August 2026. All-time records show 16 inspections since 2023 and no detentions.
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