FORTUNE KAREN (IMO 9323003)
FORTUNE KAREN is a Chemical/Oil Products Tanker built in 2006 and flying the Korea (Republic of) flag, placing it in its 20th year of service. The vessel reports a deadweight tonnage of 11,245 metric tonnes, a gross tonnage of 7,699, and a length overall of 116 metres. This size and type suggest its utility in regional liquid cargo transport. FORTUNE KAREN 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 East Asia region. It has previously operated under four different flag states and has been registered under two former names. Over the last 36 months it has had 11 port state control (PSC) inspections and no detentions. The most recent inspection was on 26 January 2026.
- Type: Chemical/Oil Products Tanker
- Flag: Korea (Republic of)
- Year built: 2006
- MMSI: 440184000
- Call sign: D8BU
- Gross tonnage: 7699
- Deadweight: 11245 t
- Length overall: 116 m
- Beam: 20 m
- Port State Control (PSC) inspections: 33 since 2006
- PSC detentions in the last 36 months: 0
- Last PSC inspection: 26/01/2026
- Registered owner · Ship manager · ISM manager: BS SHIPPING CO LTD (South Korea)
- Last AIS position: 37°3.1′N · 126°23.8′E · Speed 0.2 kn · at anchor · received 17 October 2026 at 12:17 UTC
- Destination: Daesan/Seosan (KR TSN)
Frequently asked questions
What is the vessel type and age of FORTUNE KAREN?
FORTUNE KAREN is a Chemical/Oil Products Tanker. It was built in 2006 and is currently in its 20th year of service.
What are the dimensions of FORTUNE KAREN?
The vessel has a length overall of 116 metres and a beam of 20 metres. It carries a deadweight tonnage of 11,245 metric tonnes.
Which classification society maintains FORTUNE KAREN?
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 this vessel?
Over the last 36 months it has had 11 port state control (PSC) inspections and no detentions, with 26 deficiencies recorded. The most recent inspection was on 26 January 2026. All-time records show 33 inspections since 2006 and no detentions.
What is the flag and MoU status of FORTUNE KAREN?
The vessel flies the Korea (Republic of) flag. It is currently listed in the grey band for the Paris MoU and the white band for the Tokyo MoU.
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