HOPE A (IMO 9282821)
HOPE A is a Chemical/Oil Products Tanker built in 2004 and flying the Malta flag, placing it in its 22nd year of service. The vessel reports a deadweight tonnage of 40,095 metric tonnes and a gross tonnage of 25,364. This capacity is typical for tankers engaged in the transport of liquid chemical and oil products. HOPE A is classed by the American Bureau of Shipping, which is a member of the International Association of Classification Societies. The vessel has been observed in the Mediterranean Sea and South Asia over recent periods. It has operated under one former name and one former flag state. Over the last 36 months it has had 5 port state control (PSC) inspections and no detentions. The most recent inspection was on 2 April 2026.
- Type: Chemical/Oil Products Tanker
- Flag: Malta
- Year built: 2004
- MMSI: 215705000
- Call sign: 9HUZ7
- Gross tonnage: 25364
- Deadweight: 40095 t
- Port State Control (PSC) inspections: 40 since 2004
- PSC detentions in the last 36 months: 0
- Last PSC inspection: 02/04/2026
- Registered owner: ARETHA OWNING CO LTD (Greece)
- Ship manager · ISM manager: AN TANKERS LTD (Greece)
- Last AIS position: 40°37.8′N · 022°53.5′E · Speed 0.0 kn · moored · received 10 October 2026 at 21:46 UTC
- Destination: Thessaloníki (GR SKG)
Frequently asked questions
What is the vessel type of HOPE A?
HOPE A is a Chemical/Oil Products Tanker. It was built in 2004 and is currently in its 22nd year of service.
What are the tonnage specifications for HOPE A?
The vessel has a deadweight tonnage of 40,095 metric tonnes. Its gross tonnage is recorded at 25,364.
Which classification society manages HOPE A?
The vessel is classed by the American Bureau of Shipping. This society is a member of the International Association of Classification Societies (IACS).
Where has HOPE A been recently observed?
The vessel has been observed in the Mediterranean Sea and South Asia. These regions represent its most recent recorded geographic areas of operation.
How many PSC inspections has the vessel undergone?
Over the last 36 months it has had 5 port state control (PSC) inspections and no detentions, with 1 deficiency recorded. The most recent inspection was on 2 April 2026. All-time records show 40 inspections since 2004 and no detentions.
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