SHENG HAI LONG (IMO 9320752)
BW ELM is a LPG Tanker built in 2007 and flying the India flag, placing it in its 19th year of service. The vessel reports a deadweight tonnage of 58,136 metric tonnes, a gross tonnage of 47,386, and a length overall of 225.48 metres. This vessel is configured for the transport of liquefied petroleum gas. BW ELM is classed by the Indian Register of Shipping, which is an IACS member. The vessel has been observed in South Africa, South Asia, and the Middle America and Gulf of Mexico regions. It has previously operated under three different names and three different flag states. Over the last 36 months it has had 3 port state control (PSC) inspections and no detentions. The most recent inspection was on 8 July 2026.
- Type: LPG Tanker
- Flag: Marshall Islands
- Year built: 2007
- MMSI: 538012967
- Call sign: V7B3565
- Gross tonnage: 47386
- Deadweight: 58136 t
- Length overall: 225.48 m
- Beam: 36.63 m
- Home port: KOCHI
- Port State Control (PSC) inspections: 25 since 2008
- PSC detentions in the last 36 months: 0
- Last PSC inspection: 08/07/2026
- Registered owner · Ship manager: PHECDA SHIPPING CO LTD (China)
- ISM manager: SYNERGY OCEANIC SERVICES INDIA (India)
- Last AIS position: 25°53.5′N · 051°46.4′E · Speed 11.6 kn · at anchor · received 8 September 2026 at 15:08 UTC
- Destination: Ras Laffan (QA RLF)
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Frequently asked questions
What is the vessel type and age of BW ELM?
BW ELM is an LPG Tanker built in 2007. It is currently in its 19th year of service.
What are the dimensions of BW ELM?
The vessel has a length overall of 225.48 metres and a beam of 36.63 metres. It operates with a maximum draught of 12.574 metres.
What engine specifications does BW ELM have?
The vessel is powered by a 6S60ME-C-MK7 main engine. This engine provides a power output of 13,560 kW.
How many inspections has the vessel undergone?
Over the last 36 months it has had 3 port state control (PSC) inspections and no detentions, with 4 deficiencies recorded. The most recent inspection was on 8 July 2026. All-time records show 25 inspections since 2008 and no detentions.
What is the classification of BW ELM?
The vessel is classed by the Indian Register of Shipping, which is an IACS member. Its current classification status is listed as Delivered.
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