GOLDEN SAPLING is a Chemical/Oil Products Tanker built in 1999 and flying the Hong Kong, China flag, placing it in its 27th year of service. The vessel reports a deadweight tonnage of 19,455 metric tonnes, a gross tonnage of 11,951, and a length overall of 147 metres. This vessel is configured for the transport of liquid chemical and oil products. GOLDEN SAPLING is classed by Nippon Kaiji Kyokai, which is an IACS member. The vessel has been observed in North Europe, South Asia, and the Mediterranean Sea over recent periods. It has operated under one former flag and has been registered under five different names. Over the last 36 months it has had 6 port state control (PSC) inspections and no detentions. The most recent inspection was on 4 April 2026.
GOLDEN SAPLING is a Chemical/Oil Products Tanker. It was built in 1999 and is currently in its 27th year of service.
The vessel has a length overall of 147 metres and a beam of 24 metres. It carries a deadweight tonnage of 19,455 metric tonnes.
The vessel is classed by Nippon Kaiji Kyokai. This society is a member of the International Association of Classification Societies (IACS).
Over the last 36 months it has had 6 port state control (PSC) inspections and no detentions; the deficiency count is reported for 5 of them. The most recent inspection was on 4 April 2026. All-time records show 60 inspections since 2000 and no detentions.
The vessel has been active in North Europe, South Asia, and the Mediterranean Sea. These regions represent its most recent recorded geographic areas of operation.
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