NEW FRONTIER (IMO 9379727)
NEW FRONTIER is a Crude Oil Tanker built in 2011 and flying the Hong Kong, China flag, placing it in its 15th year of service. The vessel reports a deadweight tonnage of 296,349, a gross tonnage of 156,726, and no length overall is provided. This large-scale tanker is designed for significant crude oil transport operations. NEW FRONTIER is classed by China Classification Society, which is an IACS member. The vessel has been observed in South Asia, the Singapore Strait, and South East Asia over recent periods. It has operated under two former names and two former flags. Over the last 36 months it has had 5 port state control (PSC) inspections and no detentions. The most recent inspection was on 27 June 2026.
- Type: Crude Oil Tanker
- Flag: Hong Kong, China
- Year built: 2011
- MMSI: 477127100
- Call sign: VRNV9
- Gross tonnage: 156726
- Deadweight: 296349 t
- Length overall: 330 m
- Beam: 60 m
- Port State Control (PSC) inspections: 12 since 2014
- PSC detentions in the last 36 months: 0
- Last PSC inspection: 27/06/2026
- Registered owner: NEW FRONTIER SHIPPING CO LTD (China)
- Ship manager · ISM manager: ASSOCIATED MARITIME CO HK LTD (China)
- Last AIS position: 6°9.3′N · 091°57.0′E · Speed 13.5 kn · under way · received 13 October 2026 at 18:47 UTC
- Destination: Kaohsiung (TW KHH) · ETA 22 October 2026 at 20:16 UTC (as broadcast by the vessel)
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Frequently asked questions
What is the vessel type and age of NEW FRONTIER?
NEW FRONTIER is a Crude Oil Tanker built in 2011. It is currently in its 15th year of service.
What are the capacity specifications for NEW FRONTIER?
The vessel has a deadweight tonnage of 296,349 metric tonnes. Its gross tonnage is recorded at 156,726.
Which classification society manages NEW FRONTIER?
The vessel is classed by China Classification Society. This society is a recognized member of the International Association of Classification Societies (IACS).
Where has NEW FRONTIER been recently observed?
The vessel has been active in South Asia and the Singapore Strait. It has also been recorded operating within South East Asia.
What is the port-state control record for NEW FRONTIER?
Over the last 36 months it has had 5 port state control (PSC) inspections and no detentions, with 4 deficiencies recorded. The most recent inspection was on 27 June 2026. All-time records show 12 inspections since 2014 and no detentions.
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