KING CHAIN (IMO 9277761)
KING CHAIN is an Oil Products Tanker built in 2004 and flying the Cameroon flag, placing it in its 22nd year of service. The vessel reports a deadweight tonnage of 74,999 metric tonnes and a gross tonnage of 42,432. Given its capacity and type, it is configured for the transport of petroleum-derived liquid cargoes. KING CHAIN is classed by Bureau Veritas. The vessel has been observed in East Asia, the Malacca and Singapore Straits, and South East Asia over recent periods. It has a history of operating under 6 different flags and has been known by 7 former names. Over the last 36 months it has had 8 port state control (PSC) inspections and no detentions. The most recent inspection was on 16 April 2026.
- Type: Oil Products Tanker
- Flag: Cameroon
- Year built: 2004
- MMSI: 613561602
- Call sign: TJM23G
- Gross tonnage: 42432
- Deadweight: 74999 t
- Port State Control (PSC) inspections: 42 since 2004
- PSC detentions in the last 36 months: 0
- Last PSC inspection: 16/04/2026
- Registered owner · Ship manager · ISM manager: WEST STAR SHIPPING LTD (China)
- Last AIS position: 24°32.1′N · 056°50.6′E · Speed 0.1 kn · at anchor · received 12 October 2026 at 09:34 UTC
- Destination: Sohar (OM SOH) · ETA 12 October 2026 at 11:37 UTC (as broadcast by the vessel)
Frequently asked questions
What is the vessel type and age of KING CHAIN?
KING CHAIN is an Oil Products Tanker. It was built in 2004 and is currently in its 22nd year of service.
What are the capacity specifications for KING CHAIN?
The vessel has a deadweight tonnage of 74,999 metric tonnes. Its gross tonnage is recorded at 42,432.
Which flag does the vessel currently fly?
The vessel currently flies the Cameroon flag. Throughout its history, it has operated under 6 different flag states.
What is the classification status of KING CHAIN?
The vessel is classed by Bureau Veritas. Its current classification status is listed as Withdrawn.
How many PSC inspections has the vessel undergone?
Over the last 36 months it has had 8 port state control (PSC) inspections and no detentions, with 24 deficiencies recorded. The most recent inspection was on 16 April 2026. All-time records show 42 inspections since 2004 and no detentions.
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