CHEM GUARD (IMO 9261762)
CHEM GUARD is a Chemical/Oil Products Tanker built in 2002 and flying the Singapore flag, placing it in its 24th year of service. The vessel reports a deadweight tonnage of 34,552 metric tonnes and a gross tonnage of 20,055. This capacity is characteristic of medium-sized tankers used for transporting specialized liquid cargoes. CHEM GUARD is classed by Nippon Kaiji Kyokai, which is an IACS member. The vessel has been observed in the Mediterranean Sea, South Asia, and the Malacca Strait over recent periods. It has previously operated under 8 different flag states and has been known by 2 former names. Over the last 36 months it has had 11 port state control (PSC) inspections and 1 detention. The most recent inspection was on 5 October 2026.
- Type: Chemical/Oil Products Tanker
- Flag: Singapore
- Year built: 2002
- MMSI: 563105200
- Call sign: 9V6801
- Gross tonnage: 20055
- Deadweight: 34552 t
- Length overall: 174 m
- Beam: 27 m
- Port State Control (PSC) inspections: 45 since 2003
- PSC detentions in the last 36 months: 1
- Last PSC detention: 05/10/2026, Brindisi (Paris MoU)
- Last PSC inspection: 05/10/2026
- Registered owner: CHEM GUARD SHIPPING PTE LTD
- Ship manager · ISM manager: THOME SHIP MANAGEMENT PTE LTD
- Last AIS position: 36°1.2′N · 014°49.4′E · Speed 11.6 kn · under way · received 12 October 2026 at 19:08 UTC
- Destination: Marsaxlokk (MT MAR)
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Frequently asked questions
What is the vessel type and age of CHEM GUARD?
CHEM GUARD is a Chemical/Oil Products Tanker. It was built in 2002 and is currently in its 24th year of service.
What are the capacity specifications for CHEM GUARD?
The vessel has a deadweight tonnage of 34,552 metric tonnes. Its gross tonnage is recorded at 20,055.
Which classification society maintains CHEM GUARD?
The vessel is classed by Nippon Kaiji Kyokai. This society is a recognized member of the International Association of Classification Societies (IACS).
Where has CHEM GUARD been recently observed?
The vessel has been active in the Mediterranean Sea and South Asia. It has also been recorded operating in the Malacca Strait and Singapore Strait.
What is the PSC inspection history for this vessel?
Over the last 36 months it has had 11 port state control (PSC) inspections and 1 detention; the deficiency count is reported for 10 of them. The most recent inspection was on 5 October 2026. All-time records show 45 inspections since 2003 and 3 detentions. The most recent detention was on 5 October 2026.
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