PRIMULA (IMO 9038593)
PRIMULA is a Chemical/Oil Products Tanker built in 1992 and flying the Belize flag, placing it in its 34th year of service. The vessel reports a deadweight tonnage of 23,433 metric tonnes and a gross tonnage of 14,332. This capacity is typical for specialized tankers engaged in regional liquid cargo transport. PRIMULA is classed by DNV, which is a member of the International Association of Classification Societies (IACS). The vessel has been observed in the Middle America and Gulf of Mexico regions. It has previously operated under one former name and two different flag states. Over the last 36 months it has had 1 port state control (PSC) inspection and no detentions. The most recent inspection was on 20 August 2026.
- Type: Chemical/Oil Products Tanker
- Flag: Belize
- Year built: 1992
- MMSI: 312062000
- Call sign: V3NE3
- Gross tonnage: 14332
- Deadweight: 23433 t
- Port State Control (PSC) inspections: 43 since 1998
- PSC detentions in the last 36 months: 0
- Last PSC inspection: 20/08/2026
- Registered owner: VADERO SHIPPING LTD (Sweden)
- Ship manager · ISM manager: VADERO SHIP MANAGEMENT AB (Sweden)
- Last AIS position: 23°4.5′N · 082°58.0′W · Speed 9.3 kn · received 9 October 2026 at 16:27 UTC
- Destination: Santiago de Cuba (CU SCU) · ETA 12 October 2026 at 05:00 UTC (as broadcast by the vessel)
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Frequently asked questions
What is the vessel type of PRIMULA?
PRIMULA is a Chemical/Oil Products Tanker. It was built in 1992 and is currently in its 34th year of service.
What are the tonnage specifications for PRIMULA?
The vessel has a deadweight tonnage of 23,433 metric tonnes. Its gross tonnage is recorded at 14,332.
Which classification society manages PRIMULA?
The vessel is classed by DNV, which is an IACS member. Its current classification status is listed as Reinstated.
Where has PRIMULA been recently observed?
The vessel has been observed in the Middle America and Gulf of Mexico regions. These areas represent its recent geographic operational profile.
How many PSC inspections has the vessel undergone?
Over the last 36 months it has had 1 port state control (PSC) inspection and no detentions, with no deficiencies recorded. The most recent inspection was on 20 August 2026. All-time records show 43 inspections since 1998 and no detentions.
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