TAIPAN (IMO 9311866)
TAIPAN is a Vehicles Carrier built in 2006 and flying the Bahamas flag, placing it in its 20th year of service. The vessel reports a deadweight tonnage of 21,021 metric tonnes, a gross tonnage of 57,692, and a length overall of 199.9 metres. This vessel is configured for the specialized transport of automotive cargo. TAIPAN is classed by DNV-GL (ex DNV), which is an IACS member. The vessel has been observed in East Asia, Australia and New Zealand, and the South America East Coast over recent periods. It has previously operated under two different names and one earlier flag state. Over the last 36 months it has had 8 port state control (PSC) inspections and no detentions. The most recent inspection was on 20 April 2026.
- Type: Vehicles Carrier
- Flag: Bahamas
- Year built: 2006
- MMSI: 308921000
- Call sign: C6VF2
- Gross tonnage: 57692
- Deadweight: 21021 t
- Length overall: 199.9 m
- Beam: 32.25 m
- Home port: NASSAU
- Port State Control (PSC) inspections: 58 since 2007
- PSC detentions in the last 36 months: 0
- Last PSC inspection: 20/04/2026
- Registered owner: TAIPAN MARITIME LTD (LB)
- Ship manager: RAY CAR CARRIERS LTD (LB)
- ISM manager · DOC holder: STAMCO SHIP MANAGEMENT CO LTD (Greece)
- Last AIS position: 12°25.3′N · 087°18.1′W · Speed 2.3 kn · under way · received 13 October 2026 at 20:13 UTC
- Destination: Corinto (NI CIO)
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Frequently asked questions
What is the vessel type and age of TAIPAN?
TAIPAN is a Vehicles Carrier built in 2006. It is currently in its 20th year of service.
What are the dimensions of TAIPAN?
The vessel has a length overall of 199.9 metres and a beam of 32.25 metres. Its maximum recorded draught is 10.018 metres.
Which classification society manages TAIPAN?
The vessel is classed by DNV-GL (ex DNV), which is an IACS member. Its current status is listed as Delivered with multiple notations including Ice(C) and BMON.
What is the PSC inspection history for TAIPAN?
Over the last 36 months it has had 8 port state control (PSC) inspections and no detentions, with 2 deficiencies recorded. The most recent inspection was on 20 April 2026. All-time records show 58 inspections since 2007 and no detentions.
Where has TAIPAN been recently observed?
The vessel has been active in several regions including East Asia and Australia. It has also been observed in the Middle America and Gulf of Mexico regions.
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