GASCHEM SHINANO (IMO 9269271)
GASCHEM SHINANO is a LPG Tanker built in 2007 and flying the Portugal (MAR) flag, placing it in its 19th year of service. The vessel reports a deadweight tonnage of 7,413 metric tonnes, a gross tonnage of 5,945, and a length overall of 114.91 metres. This vessel is configured for the transport of liquefied gases. GASCHEM SHINANO is classed by DNV-GL (ex GL), which is an IACS member. The vessel has been observed in the Mediterranean Sea, West Europe, and the North America East Coast over recent periods. It has previously operated under 8 different flag states and has been known by 1 former name. Over the last 36 months it has had 6 port state control (PSC) inspections and no detentions. The most recent inspection was on 18 August 2026.
- Type: LPG Tanker
- Flag: Portugal (MAR)
- Year built: 2007
- MMSI: 255805835
- Call sign: CQUJ
- Gross tonnage: 5945
- Deadweight: 7413 t
- Length overall: 114.91 m
- Beam: 16.8 m
- Home port: Madeira
- Port State Control (PSC) inspections: 30 since 2007
- PSC detentions in the last 36 months: 0
- Last PSC inspection: 18/08/2026
- Registered owner: GASCHEM SHINANO CHEMGAS (Germany)
- Ship manager: GASCHEM SERVICES GMBH & CO KG (Germany)
- ISM manager · DOC holder: HARTMANN GAS CARRIERS GERMANY (Germany)
- Last AIS position: 37°44.9′N · 017°16.0′E · Speed 3.2 kn · under way · received 11 October 2026 at 20:06 UTC
- Destination: Piraeus (GR PIR) · ETA 13 October 2026 at 02:49 UTC (as broadcast by the vessel)
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Frequently asked questions
What is the vessel type and age of GASCHEM SHINANO?
GASCHEM SHINANO is an LPG Tanker built in 2007. It is currently in its 19th year of service.
What are the dimensions of GASCHEM SHINANO?
The vessel has a length overall of 114.91 metres and a beam of 16.8 metres. It operates with a maximum draught of 8.1 metres.
Which classification society maintains GASCHEM SHINANO?
The vessel is classed by DNV-GL (ex GL), which is an IACS member. Its current class notation includes Liquefied gas tanker Type-2G, BWM, ERS, IW, NAV-O, and NLS.
What is the PSC inspection history for this vessel?
Over the last 36 months it has had 6 port state control (PSC) inspections and no detentions, with 5 deficiencies recorded. The most recent inspection was on 18 August 2026. All-time records show 30 inspections since 2007 and no detentions.
Where has GASCHEM SHINANO been recently observed?
The vessel has been recorded in the Mediterranean Sea, West Europe, and the North America East Coast. These regions represent its recent operational areas.
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