FALKANGER (IMO 9387695)
FALKANGER is a Chemical/Oil Products Tanker built in 2009 and flying the Norway (NIS) flag, placing it in its 17th year of service. The vessel reports a deadweight tonnage of 46,239, a gross tonnage of 29,657, and a length overall of 183 metres. This size and specification are typical for specialized chemical and oil product transport. FALKANGER is classed by DNV-GL (ex DNV), which is an IACS member. The vessel has been observed in Middle America and the Gulf of Mexico, East Asia, and the South America West Coast. It has previously operated under one former name and one former flag. Over the last 36 months it has had 6 port state control (PSC) inspections and no detentions. The most recent inspection was on 15 July 2026.
- Type: Chemical/Oil Products Tanker
- Flag: Norway (NIS)
- Year built: 2009
- MMSI: 257375000
- Call sign: LAFK7
- Gross tonnage: 29657
- Deadweight: 46239 t
- Length overall: 183 m
- Beam: 32.2 m
- Home port: BERGEN
- Port State Control (PSC) inspections: 27 since 2010
- PSC detentions in the last 36 months: 0
- Last PSC inspection: 15/07/2026
- Registered owner · Ship manager: WESTFAL-LARSEN & CO AS (Norway)
- Ship manager · ISM manager · DOC holder: WESTFAL-LARSEN MANAGEMENT AS (Norway)
- Last AIS position: 31°21.7′S · 034°26.3′E · Speed 13.6 kn · under way · received 9 October 2026 at 13:33 UTC
- Destination: La Plata (AR LPG) · ETA 24 October 2026 at 05:28 UTC (as broadcast by the vessel)
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Frequently asked questions
What is the vessel type and age of FALKANGER?
FALKANGER is a Chemical/Oil Products Tanker. It was built in 2009 and is currently in its 17th year of service.
What are the dimensions of FALKANGER?
The vessel has a length overall of 183 metres and a beam of 32.2 metres. It operates with a maximum draught of 12.317 metres.
Which classification society manages FALKANGER?
The vessel is classed by DNV-GL (ex DNV), which is an IACS member. Its current class status is listed as Delivered.
What is the deadweight capacity of this tanker?
FALKANGER has a deadweight tonnage of 46,239 metric tonnes. Its gross tonnage is recorded at 29,657.
How many inspections has the vessel undergone recently?
Over the last 36 months it has had 6 port state control (PSC) inspections and no detentions, with 1 deficiency recorded. The most recent inspection was on 15 July 2026. All-time records show 27 inspections since 2010 and no detentions.
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