LOYAL (IMO 9345881)

LOYAL is a Chemical/Oil Products Tanker built in 2006 and flying the Vietnam flag, placing it in its 20th year of service. The vessel reports a deadweight tonnage of 23,322 metric tonnes and a gross tonnage of 13,402. This size and type suggest its use in regional liquid cargo transport and specialized chemical or oil product trades. LOYAL is classed by Korean Register, which is an IACS member. The vessel has been observed in South America West Coast, South East Asia, and the Gulf of Mexico over recent periods. It has operated under four former flags and has been registered under six different names. Over the last 36 months it has had 17 port state control (PSC) inspections and 2 detentions. The most recent inspection was on 19 September 2026.

Frequently asked questions

What is the vessel type and capacity of LOYAL?

LOYAL is a Chemical/Oil Products Tanker. It has a deadweight tonnage of 23,322 and a gross tonnage of 13,402.

Which classification society manages LOYAL?

The vessel is classed by Korean Register, which is an IACS member. Its current classification status is listed as Delivered.

Where has LOYAL been recently observed?

The vessel has been observed in South East Asia, the South America West Coast, and the Gulf of Mexico. These regions represent its recent operational footprint.

What is the PSC inspection history for LOYAL?

Over the last 36 months it has had 17 port state control (PSC) inspections and 2 detentions; the deficiency count is reported for 13 of them. The most recent inspection was on 19 September 2026. All-time records show 76 inspections since 2006 and 3 detentions. The most recent detention was on 14 August 2025.

How many former names has the vessel had?

The vessel has been registered under 6 former names throughout its service life. It has also operated under 4 different flags previously.

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