ARCTIC EXPRESS (IMO 9333591)
QUEEN CASSIOPEIA is a LNG Tanker built in 2007 and flying the Sierra Leone flag, placing it in its 19th year of service. The vessel reports a deadweight tonnage of 84,303 metric tonnes, a gross tonnage of 102,064, and a length overall of 288 metres. This vessel is configured for the transport of liquefied natural gas. QUEEN CASSIOPEIA is classed by Lloyd's Register, which is a member of the International Association of Classification Societies (IACS). The vessel has been observed in South Africa, South East Asia, and the Malacca, Singapore, and South China Sea regions. It has previously operated under four different names and seven different flag states. Over the last 36 months it has had 8 port state control (PSC) inspections and no detentions. The most recent inspection was on 10 February 2026.
- Type: LNG Tanker
- Flag: Russia
- Year built: 2007
- MMSI: 273270890
- Call sign: UAPF9
- Gross tonnage: 102064
- Deadweight: 84303 t
- Length overall: 288 m
- Beam: 44.24 m
- Home port: Sochi
- Port State Control (PSC) inspections: 26 since 2009
- PSC detentions in the last 36 months: 0
- Last PSC inspection: 10/02/2026
- Registered owner · Ship manager · ISM manager: SMP TECHMANAGEMENT LLC (Russia)
- Last AIS position: 21°27.0′N · 109°32.2′E · Speed 15.7 kn · under way · received 10 October 2026 at 02:34 UTC
- Destination: Beihai (CN BHY)
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Frequently asked questions
What is the vessel type and age of QUEEN CASSIOPEIA?
QUEEN CASSIOPEIA is an LNG Tanker built in 2007. It is currently in its 19th year of service.
What are the dimensions of QUEEN CASSIOPEIA?
The vessel has a length overall of 288 metres and a beam of 44 metres. It possesses a gross tonnage of 102,064.
Which classification society manages QUEEN CASSIOPEIA?
The vessel is classed by Lloyd's Register. This society is a recognized 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 8 port state control (PSC) inspections and no detentions; the deficiency count is reported for 7 of them. The most recent inspection was on 10 February 2026. All-time records show 26 inspections since 2009 and no detentions.
Where has QUEEN CASSIOPEIA been recently observed?
The vessel has been active in South Africa and South East Asia. It has also been recorded in the Malacca Strait, Singapore Strait, and South China Sea.
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