PETROLIMEX 16 (IMO 9257723)
PETROLIMEX 16 is a Chemical/Oil Products Tanker built in 2004 and flying the Vietnam flag, placing it in its 22nd year of service. The vessel reports a deadweight tonnage of 46,732 metric tonnes, a gross tonnage of 29,206, and a length overall of 182 metres. This vessel is configured for the transport of liquid chemical and oil products. PETROLIMEX 16 is classed by the Vietnam Register of Shipping, which is an IACS member. The vessel has been observed in the Singapore Strait, East Asia, and South East Asia over recent periods. It has operated under two former names and two former flag states. Over the last 36 months it has had 3 port state control (PSC) inspections and no detentions. The most recent inspection was on 29 January 2026.
- Type: Chemical/Oil Products Tanker
- Flag: Vietnam
- Year built: 2004
- MMSI: 574252000
- Call sign: 3WZP
- Gross tonnage: 29206
- Deadweight: 46732 t
- Length overall: 182 m
- Beam: 32 m
- Port State Control (PSC) inspections: 47 since 2004
- PSC detentions in the last 36 months: 0
- Last PSC detention: 26/05/2015, Gwangyang (Tokyo MoU)
- Last PSC inspection: 29/01/2026
- Registered owner · Ship manager · ISM manager: VIPCO (Vietnam)
- Last AIS position: 1°14.0′N · 103°58.9′E · Speed 9.4 kn · under way · received 15 October 2026 at 21:58 UTC
- Destination: HO CHI MINH - VN · ETA 18 October 2026 at 08:00 UTC (as broadcast by the vessel)
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Frequently asked questions
What is the vessel type and age of PETROLIMEX 16?
PETROLIMEX 16 is a Chemical/Oil Products Tanker. It was built in 2004 and is currently in its 22nd year of service.
What are the dimensions of PETROLIMEX 16?
The vessel has a length overall of 182 metres and a beam of 32 metres. It carries a deadweight tonnage of 46,732 metric tonnes.
Which classification society manages PETROLIMEX 16?
The vessel is classed by the Vietnam Register of Shipping. This society is a member of the International Association of Classification Societies (IACS).
Where has PETROLIMEX 16 been recently observed?
The vessel has been recorded in the Singapore Strait and throughout South East Asia. It has also been observed in the broader East Asia region.
What is the PSC inspection history for this vessel?
Over the last 36 months it has had 3 port state control (PSC) inspections and no detentions, with 1 deficiency recorded. The most recent inspection was on 29 January 2026. All-time records show 47 inspections since 2004 and 1 detention. The most recent detention was on 26 May 2015.
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