KEY FIGHTER (IMO 8712166)
KEY FIGHTER is a Chemical/Oil Products Tanker built in 1989 and flying the Malta flag, placing it in its 37th year of service. The vessel reports a deadweight tonnage of 4,999 metric tonnes and a gross tonnage of 3,693. At this capacity, it is configured for specialized liquid cargo transport. KEY FIGHTER is classed by Registro Italiano Navale, which is an IACS member. The vessel has been observed operating in North Europe and West Europe over recent periods. It has previously operated under one former name and one former flag. Over the last 36 months it has had 3 port state control (PSC) inspections and no detentions. The most recent inspection was on 5 March 2026.
- Type: Chemical/Oil Products Tanker
- Flag: Malta
- Year built: 1989
- MMSI: 215211000
- Call sign: 9HA2671
- Gross tonnage: 3693
- Deadweight: 4999 t
- Length overall: 104 m
- Beam: 17 m
- Home port: VALLETTA - 431 IN 2011
- Port State Control (PSC) inspections: 47 since 1998
- PSC detentions in the last 36 months: 0
- Last PSC inspection: 05/03/2026
- Registered owner: KEY SHIPPING AS (Norway)
- Ship manager: SEA TANK CHARTERING AS (Norway)
- ISM manager: FJORD SHIPPING AS-MAALOY (Norway)
- Last AIS position: 56°17.3′N · 012°20.8′E · Speed 12.1 kn · under way · received 18 October 2026 at 23:16 UTC
- Destination: Liepaja (LV LPX) · ETA 20 October 2026 at 06:00 UTC (as broadcast by the vessel)
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Frequently asked questions
What is the vessel type of KEY FIGHTER?
KEY FIGHTER is a Chemical/Oil Products Tanker. It was built in 1989 and is currently in its 37th year of service.
What are the dimensions and capacity of KEY FIGHTER?
The vessel has a deadweight tonnage of 4,999 metric tonnes and a gross tonnage of 3,693. Its beam is recorded at 17 metres.
Which classification society covers KEY FIGHTER?
The vessel is classed by Registro Italiano Navale. This society is a recognized member of the International Association of Classification Societies (IACS).
What is the engine power of KEY FIGHTER?
The vessel is equipped with a main engine rated at 3,375 kW. This power output supports its operations as a liquid cargo tanker.
How many PSC inspections has the vessel undergone?
Over the last 36 months it has had 3 port state control (PSC) inspections and no detentions, with 3 deficiencies recorded. The most recent inspection was on 5 March 2026. All-time records show 47 inspections since 1998 and no detentions.
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