POLAR DISCOVERY (IMO 9206114)
POLAR DISCOVERY is a Crude Oil Tanker built in 2003 and flying the United States of America flag, placing it in its 23rd year of service. The vessel reports a deadweight tonnage of 141,740 metric tonnes and a gross tonnage of 85,387. This capacity is consistent with large-scale crude oil transport operations. POLAR DISCOVERY is classed by the American Bureau of Shipping, which is an IACS member. The vessel has been observed in the North America West Coast and East Asia regions over recent periods. It has previously operated under one former name and two former flag states. No port state control (PSC) inspections were recorded in the last 36 months; 1 inspection is on file since 2006, the most recent on 11 October 2006.
- Type: Crude Oil Tanker
- Flag: United States of America
- Year built: 2003
- MMSI: 369272000
- Call sign: WACW
- Gross tonnage: 85387
- Deadweight: 141740 t
- Length overall: 273 m
- Beam: 46 m
- Port State Control (PSC) inspections: 1 since 2006
- PSC detentions in the last 36 months: 0
- Last PSC inspection: 11/10/2006
- Registered owner · Ship manager · ISM manager: POLAR TANKERS INC (USA)
- Last AIS position: 61°5.3′N · 146°23.7′W · Speed 15.0 kn · under way · received 11 October 2026 at 17:21 UTC
- Destination: Valdez (US VDZ)
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Frequently asked questions
What is the vessel type and age of POLAR DISCOVERY?
POLAR DISCOVERY is a Crude Oil Tanker. It was built in 2003 and is currently in its 23rd year of service.
What are the capacity specifications for POLAR DISCOVERY?
The vessel has a deadweight tonnage of 141,740 metric tonnes. Its gross tonnage is recorded at 85,387.
Which classification society maintains POLAR DISCOVERY?
The vessel is classed by the American Bureau of Shipping. This society is a recognized member of the International Association of Classification Societies (IACS).
What is the PSC inspection history for this vessel?
No port state control (PSC) inspections were recorded in the last 36 months; 1 inspection is on file since 2006, the most recent on 11 October 2006.
Where has POLAR DISCOVERY been recently observed?
The vessel has been observed in the East Asia and North America West Coast regions. These areas represent its recent primary geographic operational zones.
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