ELPIS (IMO 9212400)
ELPIS is a Chemical/Oil Products Tanker built in 2000 and flying the Comoros flag, placing it in its 26th year of service. The vessel reports a deadweight tonnage of 35,775, a gross tonnage of 23,820, and no length overall is recorded. This vessel is configured for the transport of chemical and oil products. ELPIS is classed by Nippon Kaiji Kyokai, though its current class status is listed as Withdrawn. The vessel has been observed in South Asia, East Asia, and South East Asia over recent periods. It has operated under five different flags and has been known by three former names. Over the last 36 months it has had 2 port state control (PSC) inspections and 1 detention. The most recent inspection was on 15 October 2025.
- Type: Chemical/Oil Products Tanker
- Flag: Comoros FALSE
- Year built: 2000
- Call sign: UNKNOWN
- Gross tonnage: 23820
- Deadweight: 35775 t
- Port State Control (PSC) inspections: 45 since 2000
- PSC detentions in the last 36 months: 1
- Last PSC detention: 02/10/2025, Quanzhou (Tokyo MoU)
- Last PSC inspection: 15/10/2025
- Registered owner: CHARTCHEMICAL SA (Malaysia)
- Ship manager: IMS LTD (Malaysia)
- ISM manager: ONTARIO MARITIME SERVICES SA (India)
Frequently asked questions
What is the vessel type of ELPIS?
ELPIS is a Chemical/Oil Products Tanker. It was built in 2000 and is currently in its 26th year of service.
What are the dimensions and capacity of ELPIS?
The vessel has a deadweight tonnage of 35,775 and a gross tonnage of 23,820. Specific measurements for length, beam, and draught are not available in the current records.
Which classification society is associated with ELPIS?
The vessel is classed by Nippon Kaiji Kyokai. Its current classification status is recorded as Withdrawn.
Where has ELPIS been recently observed?
The vessel has been observed in South Asia, East Asia, and South East Asia. These regions represent its most recent recorded geographic activity.
How many port-state inspections has ELPIS undergone?
Over the last 36 months it has had 2 port state control (PSC) inspections and 1 detention, with 17 deficiencies recorded. The most recent inspection was on 15 October 2025. All-time records show 45 inspections since 2000 and 5 detentions. The most recent detention was on 2 October 2025.
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