ALASKAN EXPLORER (IMO 9244661)
ALASKAN EXPLORER is a Crude Oil Tanker built in 2005 and flying the United States of America flag, placing it in its 21st year of service. The vessel reports a deadweight tonnage of 193,049, a gross tonnage of 110,693, and no length overall is provided in the current records. This tanker is configured for significant crude oil transport operations. ALASKAN EXPLORER is classed by the American Bureau of Shipping, which is a member of the International Association of Classification Societies. The vessel has been observed in Middle America and the Gulf of Mexico, as well as along the North America East Coast. It has operated under one former name and one former flag. Over the last 36 months it has had 3 port state control (PSC) inspections and no detentions. The most recent inspection was on 21 May 2026.
- Type: Crude Oil Tanker
- Flag: United States of America
- Year built: 2005
- MMSI: 303294000
- Call sign: WDB9918
- Gross tonnage: 110693
- Deadweight: 193049 t
- Length overall: 287 m
- Beam: 50 m
- Port State Control (PSC) inspections: 3 since 2025
- PSC detentions in the last 36 months: 0
- Last PSC inspection: 21/05/2026
- Registered owner: KISKA ISLAND LLC (USA)
- Ship manager · ISM manager: ALASKA TANKER CO LLC (USA)
- Last AIS position: 38°55.7′N · 075°9.6′W · Speed 0.1 kn · at anchor · received 11 October 2026 at 21:55 UTC
- Destination: Big Stone (US IGS)
Frequently asked questions
What is the vessel type and age of ALASKAN EXPLORER?
ALASKAN EXPLORER is a Crude Oil Tanker built in 2005. It is currently in its 21st year of service.
What are the capacity specifications for ALASKAN EXPLORER?
The vessel has a deadweight tonnage of 193,049. Its gross tonnage is recorded at 110,693.
Which classification society maintains ALASKAN EXPLORER?
The vessel is classed by the American Bureau of Shipping. This society is a recognized member of the International Association of Classification Societies (IACS).
Where has ALASKAN EXPLORER been recently operating?
The vessel has been observed in the Gulf of Mexico and Middle America. It has also been recorded along the North America East Coast.
What is the port-state control history for this vessel?
Over the last 36 months it has had 3 port state control (PSC) inspections and no detentions, with no deficiencies recorded. The most recent inspection was on 21 May 2026. All-time records show 3 inspections since 2025 and no detentions.
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