BU SAMRA (IMO 9388833)
BU SAMRA is a LNG Tanker built in 2008 and flying the Marshall Islands flag, placing it in its 18th year of service. The vessel reports a deadweight tonnage of 143,581 metric tonnes and a gross tonnage of 163,922. This capacity is characteristic of large-scale liquefied natural gas transport vessels. BU SAMRA is classed by Lloyd's Register, which is an IACS member. The vessel has been observed in South Asia, the Malacca Strait, and the South China Sea. It has previously operated under one former name and one former flag. No port state control (PSC) inspections were recorded in the last 36 months; 8 inspections are on file since 2009, the most recent on 29 June 2022.
- Type: LNG Tanker
- Flag: Marshall Islands
- Year built: 2008
- MMSI: 538003301
- Call sign: V7PW4
- Gross tonnage: 163922
- Deadweight: 143581 t
- Port State Control (PSC) inspections: 8 since 2009
- PSC detentions in the last 36 months: 0
- Last PSC inspection: 29/06/2022
- Registered owner: NAKILAT BU SAMRA INC (Qatar)
- Ship manager · ISM manager: NAKILAT SHIPPING QATAR LTD (Qatar)
- Last AIS position: 25°56.0′N · 051°36.7′E · received 23 September 2026 at 23:32 UTC
- Destination: To be nominated
Frequently asked questions
What type of vessel is BU SAMRA?
BU SAMRA is an LNG Tanker. It was built in 2008 and is currently in its 18th year of service.
What are the tonnage specifications for BU SAMRA?
The vessel has a deadweight tonnage of 143,581 metric tonnes. Its gross tonnage is recorded at 163,922.
Which classification society maintains BU SAMRA?
The vessel is classed by Lloyd's Register. This society is a member of the International Association of Classification Societies (IACS).
Where has BU SAMRA been recently operating?
The vessel has been observed in South Asia and South East Asia. It has also been recorded in the Malacca Strait and the South China Sea.
What is the PSC inspection history for BU SAMRA?
No port state control (PSC) inspections were recorded in the last 36 months; 8 inspections are on file since 2009, the most recent on 29 June 2022.
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