MK LION (IMO 9232553)
MK LION is a Chemical/Oil Products Tanker built in 2001 and flying the Panama flag, placing it in its 25th year of service. The vessel reports a deadweight tonnage of 16,456 metric tonnes, a gross tonnage of 9,240, and a length overall of 135 metres. This vessel is configured for the transport of chemical and oil products. MK LION is classed by the Korean Register. The vessel has been observed in the Malacca Strait, the Singapore Strait, and throughout South East Asia. It has a history of operating under 9 different flags and has been known by 8 former names. Over the last 36 months it has had 5 port state control (PSC) inspections and no detentions. The most recent inspection was on 23 May 2026.
- Type: Chemical/Oil Products Tanker
- Flag: Panama
- Year built: 2001
- MMSI: 352003034
- Call sign: 3E6586
- Gross tonnage: 9240
- Deadweight: 16456 t
- Length overall: 135 m
- Beam: 22 m
- Port State Control (PSC) inspections: 49 since 2001
- PSC detentions in the last 36 months: 0
- Last PSC detention: 26/08/2021, Teluk Bayur (Tokyo MoU)
- Last PSC inspection: 23/05/2026
- Registered owner · Ship manager · ISM manager: LION GREAT ENERGY PTE LTD
- Last AIS position: 22°14.2′N · 091°42.1′E · Speed 8.1 kn · received 7 July 2026 at 18:35 UTC
- Destination: Chattogram (BD CGP)
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Frequently asked questions
What is the vessel type and age of MK LION?
MK LION is a Chemical/Oil Products Tanker. It was built in 2001 and is currently in its 25th year of service.
What are the dimensions of MK LION?
The vessel has a length overall of 135 metres and a beam of 22 metres. It carries a deadweight tonnage of 16,456 metric tonnes.
Which classification society is associated with MK LION?
The vessel is classed by the Korean Register. Its current classification status is listed as Withdrawn.
What is the PSC inspection history for this vessel?
Over the last 36 months it has had 5 port state control (PSC) inspections and no detentions, with 16 deficiencies recorded. The most recent inspection was on 23 May 2026. All-time records show 49 inspections since 2001 and 2 detentions. The most recent detention was on 26 August 2021.
Where has MK LION been recently observed?
The vessel has been recorded in the Malacca Strait, the Singapore Strait, and South East Asia. These locations represent its most recent geographic activity.
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