FOREVER (IMO 9136058)
FOREVER is a Crude Oil Tanker built in 1997 and flying the Tanzania flag, placing it in its 29th year of service. The vessel reports a deadweight tonnage of 107,169 metric tonnes and a gross tonnage of 57,949. Given its capacity and type, it is configured for the transport of crude oil products.
FOREVER is classed by Dakar Class. The vessel has been observed in South East Asia, the Singapore Strait, and East Asia over recent periods. It has been registered under three former names and has operated under seven different flag states throughout its history. Over the last 36 months it has had 5 port state control (PSC) inspections and no detentions. The most recent inspection was on 8 May 2026.
- Type: Crude Oil Tanker
- Flag: Gambia
- Year built: 1997
- MMSI: 629009826
- Call sign: C5J928
- Gross tonnage: 57949
- Deadweight: 107169 t
- Port State Control (PSC) inspections: 41 since 1998
- PSC detentions in the last 36 months: 0
- Last PSC detention: 20/02/2023, Tianjin (Tokyo MoU)
- Last PSC inspection: 08/05/2026
- Registered owner · Ship manager: FOREVER SHIPPING GROUP LTD (China)
- ISM manager: VECTIS MARITIME MANAGEMENT LTD (China)
- Last AIS position: 10°45.8′N · 071°34.5′W · Speed 9.4 kn
- Destination: Puerto Miranda/Maracaibo L. (VE MIV) · ETA 2026-10-04T15:17:00.000Z
Frequently asked questions
What is the vessel type and age of FOREVER?
FOREVER is a Crude Oil Tanker built in 1997. It is currently in its 29th year of service.
What are the capacity specifications for FOREVER?
The vessel has a deadweight tonnage of 107,169 metric tonnes. Its gross tonnage is recorded at 57,949.
Which classification society manages FOREVER?
The vessel is classed by Dakar Class. Its current classification status is listed as Delivered.
Where has FOREVER been recently operating?
The vessel has been observed in South East Asia, the Singapore Strait, and East Asia. These regions represent its most recent recorded geographic areas.
What is the port-state-control history of FOREVER?
Over the last 36 months it has had 5 port state control (PSC) inspections and no detentions; the deficiency count is reported for 4 of them. The most recent inspection was on 8 May 2026. All-time records show 41 inspections since 1998 and 1 detention. The most recent detention was on 20 February 2023.
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