CANOPUS (IMO 9285469)
CANOPUS is a Chemical/Oil Products Tanker built in 2003 and flying the Tuvalu flag, placing it in its 23rd year of service. The vessel reports a deadweight tonnage of 16,526 metric tonnes and a gross tonnage of 9,230. This size profile is typical for specialized tanker operations in regional coastal and short-sea trades. CANOPUS is classed by Bureau Veritas, which is an IACS member. The vessel has been observed in the Singapore Strait, South East Asia, and South Asia over recent periods. It has operated under four different flags and has been known by three former names. Over the last 36 months it has had 5 port state control (PSC) inspections and no detentions. The most recent inspection was on 11 April 2026.
- Type: Chemical/Oil Products Tanker
- Flag: Tuvalu
- Year built: 2003
- MMSI: 572295220
- Call sign: T2LU5
- Gross tonnage: 9230
- Deadweight: 16526 t
- Length overall: 136 m
- Beam: 23 m
- Port State Control (PSC) inspections: 62 since 2004
- PSC detentions in the last 36 months: 0
- Last PSC detention: 30/09/2014, St Eustatius (Caribbean MoU)
- Last PSC inspection: 11/04/2026
- Registered owner · Ship manager: PERPETUAL TECHNOLOGY LTD (China)
- ISM manager: TAIHUA SHIPPING PTE LTD
- Last AIS position: 20°53.0′N · 118°14.5′E · Speed 11.9 kn · under way · received 9 October 2026 at 17:22 UTC
- Destination: Singapore (SG SIN) · ETA 15 October 2026 at 05:30 UTC (as broadcast by the vessel)
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Frequently asked questions
What is the vessel type and age of CANOPUS?
CANOPUS is a Chemical/Oil Products Tanker. It was built in 2003 and is currently in its 23rd year of service.
What are the tonnage specifications for CANOPUS?
The vessel has a deadweight tonnage of 16,526 metric tonnes. Its gross tonnage is recorded at 9,230.
Which classification society manages CANOPUS?
The vessel is classed by Bureau Veritas. This society is a recognized member of the International Association of Classification Societies (IACS).
Where has CANOPUS been recently observed?
The vessel has been active in the Singapore Strait and the Malacca Strait. It has also been observed operating throughout South East Asia and South Asia.
What is the PSC inspection history for CANOPUS?
Over the last 36 months it has had 5 port state control (PSC) inspections and no detentions, with 10 deficiencies recorded. The most recent inspection was on 11 April 2026. All-time records show 62 inspections since 2004 and 1 detention. The most recent detention was on 30 September 2014.
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