HOEGH SUNLIGHT (IMO 9962706)
HOEGH SUNLIGHT is a Vehicles Carrier built in 2024 and flying the Norway (NIS) flag, placing it in its second year of service. The vessel reports a deadweight tonnage of 25,200 metric tonnes, a gross tonnage of 84,135, and a length overall of 199.923 metres. This vessel is configured for specialized vehicle transport operations. HOEGH SUNLIGHT is classed by DNV, which is a member of the International Association of Classification Societies (IACS). The vessel has been observed in West Europe, West Africa, and North Europe over recent periods. It has previously operated under one former name and one former flag. Over the last 36 months it has had 2 port state control (PSC) inspections and no detentions. The most recent inspection was on 26 April 2026.
- Type: Vehicles Carrier
- Flag: Norway (NIS)
- Year built: 2024
- MMSI: 257965000
- Call sign: LAUK8
- Gross tonnage: 84135
- Deadweight: 25200 t
- Length overall: 199.923 m
- Beam: 37.608 m
- Home port: OSLO
- Port State Control (PSC) inspections: 2 since 2025
- PSC detentions in the last 36 months: 0
- Last PSC inspection: 26/04/2026
- Registered owner: XIANG I8 INTERNATIONAL SHIP (Dublin Ireland)
- Ship manager: HOEGH TECHNICAL MANAGEMENT-PHI (Philippines)
- ISM manager · DOC holder: HOEGH AUTOLINERS MANAGEMENT AS (Norway)
- Last AIS position: 43°30.6′N · 003°45.1′W · Speed 7.4 kn · under way · received 10 October 2026 at 09:46 UTC
- Destination: Santander (ES SDR) · ETA 10 October 2026 at 10:00 UTC (as broadcast by the vessel)
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Frequently asked questions
What is the vessel type and age of HOEGH SUNLIGHT?
HOEGH SUNLIGHT is a Vehicles Carrier built in 2024. It is currently in its second year of service.
What are the dimensions of HOEGH SUNLIGHT?
The vessel has a length overall of 199.923 metres and a beam of 37.608 metres. It operates with a maximum draught of 10.8 metres.
Which classification society maintains HOEGH SUNLIGHT?
The vessel is classed by DNV, which is an IACS member. Its current class status is listed as Delivered.
What is the cargo capacity of HOEGH SUNLIGHT?
The vessel has a deadweight tonnage of 25,200 metric tonnes. Its gross tonnage is recorded at 84,135.
How many inspections has the vessel undergone?
Over the last 36 months it has had 2 port state control (PSC) inspections and no detentions, with 1 deficiency recorded. The most recent inspection was on 26 April 2026. All-time records show 2 inspections since 2025 and no detentions.
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