BEST SHANGHAI (IMO 9334038)
BEST SHANGHAI is a Crude Oil Tanker built in 2007 and flying the Marshall Islands flag, placing it in its 19th year of service. The vessel reports a deadweight tonnage of 115,867 metric tonnes and a gross tonnage of 61,342. This capacity is typical for tankers engaged in medium-to-large scale crude oil transport operations. BEST SHANGHAI is classed by Nippon Kaiji Kyokai, which is an IACS member. The vessel has been observed in the Singapore Strait, Australia and New Zealand, and South/South East Asia. It has previously operated under one former flag and has been known by two 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 15 May 2026.
- Type: Crude Oil Tanker
- Flag: Marshall Islands
- Year built: 2007
- MMSI: 538002662
- Call sign: V7KQ8
- Gross tonnage: 61342
- Deadweight: 115867 t
- Port State Control (PSC) inspections: 39 since 2007
- PSC detentions in the last 36 months: 0
- Last PSC inspection: 15/05/2026
- Registered owner: CONNECTICUT RIVER SHIPPING LTD
- Ship manager · ISM manager: SEACON TANKERS SHIPMANAGE PTE
- Last AIS position: 3°37.2′N · 100°11.4′E · Speed 10.9 kn · under way · received 10 October 2026 at 17:39 UTC
- Destination: Puerto Rosales/Bahia Blanca (AR PRS) · ETA 7 November 2026 at 23:00 UTC (as broadcast by the vessel)
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Frequently asked questions
What is the vessel type and age of BEST SHANGHAI?
BEST SHANGHAI is a Crude Oil Tanker built in 2007. It is currently in its 19th year of service.
What are the capacity specifications for BEST SHANGHAI?
The vessel has a deadweight tonnage of 115,867 metric tonnes. Its gross tonnage is recorded at 61,342.
Which classification society manages BEST SHANGHAI?
The vessel is classed by Nippon Kaiji Kyokai. This society is a member of the International Association of Classification Societies (IACS).
Where has BEST SHANGHAI been recently observed?
The vessel has been active in the Singapore Strait and the South/South East Asia regions. It has also been observed near Australia and New Zealand.
What is the port-state control record for BEST SHANGHAI?
Over the last 36 months it has had 5 port state control (PSC) inspections and no detentions, with 11 deficiencies recorded. The most recent inspection was on 15 May 2026. All-time records show 39 inspections since 2007 and no detentions.
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