BOW SKY (IMO 9215268)
BOW SKY is a Chemical/Oil Products Tanker built in 2005 and flying the Norway (NIS) flag, placing it in its 21st year of service. The vessel reports a deadweight tonnage of 49,479 metric tonnes, a gross tonnage of 30,003, and a length overall of 182.77 metres. This vessel is configured for the transport of chemical and oil products. BOW SKY is classed by DNV-GL (ex DNV), which is an IACS member. The vessel has been observed in West Europe, the North America East Coast, and the Middle America and Gulf of Mexico regions. It has previously operated under one former name and two former flag states. Over the last 36 months it has had 5 port state control (PSC) inspections and no detentions. The most recent inspection was on 12 February 2026.
- Type: Chemical/Oil Products Tanker
- Flag: Norway (NIS)
- Year built: 2005
- MMSI: 259787000
- Call sign: LAFZ7
- Gross tonnage: 30003
- Deadweight: 49479 t
- Length overall: 182.77 m
- Beam: 32.18 m
- Home port: BERGEN
- Port State Control (PSC) inspections: 53 since 2005
- PSC detentions in the last 36 months: 0
- Last PSC inspection: 12/02/2026
- Registered owner: ODFJELL CHEMICAL TANKERS II AS (Norway)
- Ship manager · ISM manager: ODFJELL MANAGEMENT AS (Norway)
- Last AIS position: 49°30.5′N · 005°15.1′W · Speed 11.0 kn · under way · received 10 October 2026 at 05:54 UTC
- Destination: Houston (US HOU) · ETA 25 October 2026 at 09:00 UTC (as broadcast by the vessel)
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Frequently asked questions
What is the vessel type and age of BOW SKY?
BOW SKY is a Chemical/Oil Products Tanker built in 2005. It is currently in its 21st year of service.
What are the dimensions of BOW SKY?
The vessel has a length overall of 182.77 metres and a beam of 32.18 metres. It operates with a maximum draught of 13.284 metres.
Which classification society maintains BOW SKY?
The vessel is classed by DNV-GL (ex DNV), which is an IACS member. Its current class status is listed as Delivered.
What is the deadweight capacity of this tanker?
The vessel has a deadweight tonnage of 49,479 metric tonnes. Its gross tonnage is recorded at 30,003.
How many inspections has BOW SKY undergone recently?
Over the last 36 months it has had 5 port state control (PSC) inspections and no detentions, with 2 deficiencies recorded. The most recent inspection was on 12 February 2026. All-time records show 53 inspections since 2005 and no detentions.
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