SOPHIA KOSAN (IMO 9374557)
SOPHIA KOSAN is a LPG Tanker built in 2008 and flying the Singapore flag, placing it in its 18th year of service. The vessel reports a deadweight tonnage of 10,343 metric tonnes and a gross tonnage of 9,175. This vessel is configured for the transport of liquefied petroleum gas. SOPHIA KOSAN is classed by DNV, which is an IACS member. The vessel has been observed in West Europe and North Europe over recent periods. It has previously operated under one former name and one former flag. Over the last 36 months it has had 4 port state control (PSC) inspections and no detentions. The most recent inspection was on 1 September 2026.
- Type: LPG Tanker
- Flag: Singapore
- Year built: 2008
- MMSI: 565843000
- Call sign: 9VLP6
- Gross tonnage: 9175
- Deadweight: 10343 t
- Length overall: 120 m
- Beam: 20 m
- Port State Control (PSC) inspections: 33 since 2011
- PSC detentions in the last 36 months: 0
- Last PSC inspection: 01/09/2026
- Registered owner: BW EPIC KOSAN VESSELS PTE LTD (Singapore)
- Ship manager: BW EPIC KOSAN, DENMARK (Denmark)
- ISM manager: BW EPIC KOSAN MARITIME PTE LTD
- Last AIS position: 27°46.8′N · 096°50.0′W · Speed 13.0 kn · under way · received 12 October 2026 at 23:16 UTC
- Destination: Corpus Christi (US CRP)
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Frequently asked questions
What is the vessel type of SOPHIA KOSAN?
SOPHIA KOSAN is an LPG Tanker. It was built in 2008 and is currently in its 18th year of service.
What are the tonnage specifications for SOPHIA KOSAN?
The vessel has a deadweight tonnage of 10,343 metric tonnes. Its gross tonnage is recorded at 9,175.
Which classification society is associated with this vessel?
The vessel is classed by DNV, which is an IACS member. The current classification status is listed as Withdrawn.
How many port-state inspections has the vessel undergone?
Over the last 36 months it has had 4 port state control (PSC) inspections and no detentions, with 8 deficiencies recorded. The most recent inspection was on 1 September 2026. All-time records show 33 inspections since 2011 and no detentions.
What is the flag state of SOPHIA KOSAN?
The vessel currently flies the Singapore flag. It has previously operated under one different flag state during its service history.
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