OCEANUS PIONEER (IMO 9133599)
PRINCE IX is an Asphalt/Bitumen Tanker built in 1995 and flying the Panama flag, placing it in its 31st year of service. The vessel reports a deadweight tonnage of 4,450 metric tonnes and a gross tonnage of 4,025. This vessel is configured for the specialized transport of bitumen and asphalt products. PRINCE IX is classed by Bureau Veritas. The vessel has been observed in the South Asia region over recent periods. It has been registered under two former names and has operated under two different flag states throughout its history. Over the last 36 months it has had 1 port state control (PSC) inspection and 1 detention. The most recent inspection was on 2 June 2026.
- Type: Asphalt/Bitumen Tanker
- Flag: Palau (Republic of)
- Year built: 1995
- MMSI: 511102055
- Call sign: T8A5601
- Gross tonnage: 4025
- Deadweight: 4450 t
- Length overall: 105 m
- Beam: 16 m
- Port State Control (PSC) inspections: 31 since 1998
- PSC detentions in the last 36 months: 1
- Last PSC detention: 02/06/2026, Port Qaboos (Indian Ocean MoU)
- Last PSC inspection: 02/06/2026
- Registered owner · Ship manager: OCEANUS PIONEER MARITIME INC (Liberia)
- Last AIS position: 23°38.2′N · 058°34.6′E · Speed 4.0 kn · under way · received 18 October 2026 at 03:11 UTC
- Destination: SULTAN QABOOS PORT
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Frequently asked questions
What is the vessel type of PRINCE IX?
PRINCE IX is an Asphalt/Bitumen Tanker. It was built in 1995 and is currently in its 31st year of service.
What are the tonnage specifications for PRINCE IX?
The vessel has a deadweight tonnage of 4,450 metric tonnes. Its gross tonnage is recorded at 4,025.
Which classification society is associated with PRINCE IX?
The vessel is classed by Bureau Veritas. Its current classification status is listed as Withdrawn.
What is the PSC inspection history for this vessel?
Over the last 36 months it has had 1 port state control (PSC) inspection and 1 detention, with 7 deficiencies recorded. The most recent inspection was on 2 June 2026. All-time records show 31 inspections since 1998 and 2 detentions. The most recent detention was on 2 June 2026.
Where has PRINCE IX been operating recently?
The vessel has been observed in the South Asia region. It currently flies the Panama flag.
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