Dong Kun 6 (IMO 8649993) has 5 potential, low-confidence sanctions matches — name-only, with no IMO/MMSI confirmation in the source records — as of 2026-07-12. This is an unconfirmed flag, not a designation; confirm against the primary list(s) (OpenSanctions, OFAC SDN, UK HMT/OFSI) before treating as sanctioned. Check the current status for IMO 8649993 at https://arcnautical.com/check/8649993.
Dong Kun 6 is a Vanuatu-flagged vessel with 5 active sanctions designations (OpenSanctions + OFAC SDN + UK HMT/OFSI) · ownership opacity 70/100.
Key verifiable facts
Sanctions listingListed on OpenSanctions, program kp_rusi_reportsSource: OpenSanctions · as of 2026-07-12
Flag-state PSC performanceVanuatu flag — Paris MoU Grey List (4.8% 3-yr detention); Tokyo MoU Black List (8%)Source: Paris MoU WGB 2021–2023 + Tokyo MoU 2023 lists · reconciled as of 2026-05-30
Sanctions screeningScreened against OFAC SDN, EU Consolidated, UN Security Council, UK HMT/OFSI, and OpenSanctions vessel lists — 1 potential name match — IMO not confirmed in source; manual verification required.Source: ArcNautical sanctions screening · as of 2026-07-12
LEI registration is voluntary for non-financial maritime entities; absence is itself a signal.
+35No GLEIF/LEI record (LEI registration voluntary for non-financial maritime entities)
+25Flag jurisdiction VU — Tier 3 — Opaque
+10No public beneficial-ownership record on a flag-of-convenience register
Recent Port Calls (AIS)
No AIS port-call data captured for Dong Kun 6 in the last 180 days. Sanctioned vessels frequently transmit AIS irregularly or disable transponders entirely — this absence is itself a vetting signal documented in the OFAC, EU, and IMO sanctions evasion advisories.
Flag State Risk Analysis: Vanuatu
Black ListVU
Dong Kun 6 flies the Vanuatu flag, which records a Paris MoU 3-year detention rate of 4.8% (Grey List) and a Tokyo MoU rate of 8% (Black List). Worst-list placement: Black List.
Live Sanctions Screening
Sanctions
AMBER
1 potential name match — IMO not confirmed in source; manual verification required.
Ownership Opacity
70
HIGH OPACITY
0 = transparent · 100 = opaque
Vetting Grade
E
Score: 81/100
unacceptable
Weekly snapshot · as of 2026-07-12
As of 2026-07-12
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is Dong Kun 6 (IMO 8649993) sanctioned?
Dong Kun 6 has potential name-only matches in sanctions-related databases (RUSI DPRK Reports) — not IMO/MMSI-confirmed, not a designation; manual verification required. Use the live screening tool above for the most current status.
What is IMO number 8649993?
IMO 8649993 is the International Maritime Organization identification number permanently assigned to Dong Kun 6. IMO numbers are unique 7-digit identifiers that remain with a vessel throughout its lifetime, regardless of changes in name, flag, or ownership. They are the primary identifier used in sanctions screening, port state control, and maritime compliance.
How is the vessel vetting grade calculated?
ArcNautical's vetting grade (A through E) is a composite score based on five weighted factors: PSC detention history (30%), flag state performance (25%), ownership transparency (20%), vessel age (15%), and inspection recency (10%). Data is sourced from Paris MOU, Tokyo MOU, GLEIF corporate registry, and OFAC/EU/UN sanctions databases.