BOW SUMMER (IMO 9215270)
BOW SUMMER 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 49,592 metric tonnes, a gross tonnage of 29,992, and a length overall of 182.74 metres. This size and specification are typical for medium-range tankers engaged in the transport of liquid chemical and oil products. BOW SUMMER is classed by DNV-GL (ex DNV), which is an IACS member. The vessel has been observed in the Malacca Strait, Singapore Strait, and the Gulf of Mexico over recent periods. It has previously operated under one former name and two different 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 11 May 2026.
- Type: Chemical/Oil Products Tanker
- Flag: Norway (NIS)
- Year built: 2005
- MMSI: 259788000
- Call sign: LAGA7
- Gross tonnage: 29992
- Deadweight: 49592 t
- Length overall: 182.74 m
- Beam: 32.182 m
- Home port: BERGEN
- Port State Control (PSC) inspections: 47 since 2006
- PSC detentions in the last 36 months: 0
- Last PSC inspection: 11/05/2026
- Registered owner: ODFJELL CHEMICAL TANKERS II AS (Norway)
- Ship manager · ISM manager: ODFJELL MANAGEMENT AS (Norway)
- Last AIS position: 48°41.3′N · 006°49.6′W · Speed 12.8 kn · under way · received 15 October 2026 at 12:28 UTC
- Destination: Houston (US HOU) · ETA 30 October 2026 at 12:00 UTC (as broadcast by the vessel)
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Frequently asked questions
What is the vessel type and age of BOW SUMMER?
BOW SUMMER is a Chemical/Oil Products Tanker built in 2005. It is currently in its 21st year of service.
What are the dimensions of BOW SUMMER?
The vessel has a length overall of 182.74 metres and a beam of 32.182 metres. It operates with a maximum draught of 13.282 metres.
Which classification society manages BOW SUMMER?
The vessel is classed by DNV-GL (ex DNV), which is an IACS member. Its current status is listed as Delivered.
What is the deadweight capacity of this tanker?
The vessel has a deadweight tonnage of 49,592 metric tonnes. Its gross tonnage is recorded at 29,992.
How many inspections has the vessel undergone recently?
Over the last 36 months it has had 5 port state control (PSC) inspections and no detentions, with 1 deficiency recorded. The most recent inspection was on 11 May 2026. All-time records show 47 inspections since 2006 and no detentions.
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