AL SHAMAL (IMO 9360893)
AL SHAMAL is a LNG Tanker built in 2008 and flying the Bahamas flag, placing it in its 18th year of service. The vessel reports a deadweight tonnage of 109,662 metric tonnes, a gross tonnage of 135,848, and a length overall of 315 metres. This vessel is configured for the transport of liquefied natural gas. AL SHAMAL is classed by the American Bureau of Shipping, which is an IACS member. The vessel has been observed in South Asia, South East Asia, and the Malacca and Singapore Straits. It has previously operated under one former name and two former flag states. Over the last 36 months it has had 2 port state control (PSC) inspections and no detentions. The most recent inspection was on 17 September 2025.
- Type: LNG Tanker
- Flag: Bahamas
- Year built: 2008
- MMSI: 309781000
- Call sign: C6VG4
- Gross tonnage: 135848
- Deadweight: 109662 t
- Length overall: 315 m
- Beam: 50 m
- Port State Control (PSC) inspections: 15 since 2009
- PSC detentions in the last 36 months: 0
- Last PSC inspection: 17/09/2025
- Registered owner: AL SHAMAL INC (United Kingdom)
- Ship manager: SEAPEAK MARITIME GLASGOW LTD (United Kingdom)
- ISM manager: SEAPEAK MARITIME LTD (Bermuda)
- Last AIS position: 30°52.9′N · 127°12.5′E · Speed 14.8 kn · under way · received 9 October 2026 at 15:51 UTC
- Destination: Tianjin Xingang Pt (CN TXG) · ETA 12 October 2026 at 00:07 UTC (as broadcast by the vessel)
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Frequently asked questions
What is the vessel type and age of AL SHAMAL?
AL SHAMAL is an LNG Tanker built in 2008. It is currently in its 18th year of service.
What are the dimensions of AL SHAMAL?
The vessel has a length overall of 315 metres and a beam of 50 metres. It maintains a gross tonnage of 135,848.
Which classification society covers AL SHAMAL?
The vessel is classed by the American Bureau of Shipping. This society is a member of the International Association of Classification Societies (IACS).
Where has AL SHAMAL been recently observed?
The vessel has been active in South Asia and South East Asia. It has also been recorded transiting the Malacca and Singapore Straits.
What is the PSC inspection history for AL SHAMAL?
Over the last 36 months it has had 2 port state control (PSC) inspections and no detentions, with 2 deficiencies recorded. The most recent inspection was on 17 September 2025. All-time records show 15 inspections since 2009 and no detentions.
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