PETREL (IMO 9278624)
PETREL is a Chemical/Oil Products Tanker built in 2004 and flying the Hong Kong, China flag, placing it in its 22nd year of service. The vessel reports a deadweight tonnage of 49,323, a gross tonnage of 29,665, and a length overall of 186 metres. This vessel is configured for the transport of liquid chemical and oil products. PETREL is classed by the American Bureau of Shipping, which is an IACS member. The vessel has been observed in the Singapore Strait, South Asia, and South East Asia over recent periods. It has previously operated under three different names and two different flag states. Over the last 36 months it has had 14 port state control (PSC) inspections and no detentions. The most recent inspection was on 27 October 2025.
- Type: Chemical/Oil Products Tanker
- Flag: Hong Kong, China
- Year built: 2004
- MMSI: 477123200
- Call sign: VRWM4
- Gross tonnage: 29665
- Deadweight: 49323 t
- Length overall: 186 m
- Beam: 32 m
- Port State Control (PSC) inspections: 70 since 2004
- PSC detentions in the last 36 months: 0
- Last PSC inspection: 27/10/2025
- Registered owner · Ship manager: SUNRAISE TRADING LTD (China)
- ISM manager: XINGHAI INTERNATIONAL SHIP-HKG (China)
- Last AIS position: 42°56.0′N · 138°56.8′E · Speed 4.2 kn · under way · received 8 October 2026 at 14:25 UTC
- Destination: To be nominated
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Frequently asked questions
What is the vessel type and age of PETREL?
PETREL 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 PETREL?
The vessel has a length overall of 186 metres and a beam of 32 metres. It carries a deadweight tonnage of 49,323 metric tonnes.
Which classification society maintains PETREL?
The vessel is classed by the American Bureau of Shipping. This society is a member of the International Association of Classification Societies (IACS).
What is the PSC inspection history for PETREL?
Over the last 36 months it has had 14 port state control (PSC) inspections and no detentions, with 29 deficiencies recorded. The most recent inspection was on 27 October 2025. All-time records show 70 inspections since 2004 and no detentions.
Where has PETREL been recently observed?
The vessel has been active in the Singapore Strait and South East Asia. It has also been recorded operating within the South Asia region.
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