OAK EXPRESS (IMO 9405916)
OAK EXPRESS is a Chemical/Oil Products Tanker built in 2009 and flying the Hong Kong, China flag, placing it in its 17th year of service. The vessel reports a deadweight tonnage of 46,697, a gross tonnage of 28,985, and a length overall of 183 metres. This vessel is configured for the transport of chemical and oil products. OAK EXPRESS is classed by the American Bureau of Shipping, which is an IACS member. The vessel has been observed in South East Asia, East Asia, and the Australia and New Zealand regions. It has previously operated under two former names and two former flags. Over the last 36 months it has had 9 port state control (PSC) inspections and no detentions. The most recent inspection was on 15 May 2026.
- Type: Chemical/Oil Products Tanker
- Flag: Hong Kong, China
- Year built: 2009
- MMSI: 477043900
- Call sign: VRQJ4
- Gross tonnage: 28985
- Deadweight: 46697 t
- Length overall: 183 m
- Beam: 32 m
- Port State Control (PSC) inspections: 47 since 2009
- PSC detentions in the last 36 months: 0
- Last PSC inspection: 15/05/2026
- Registered owner: DOUBLE BRIGHT SHIPPING LTD (Japan)
- Ship manager: MITSUI OSK LINES LTD (Japan)
- ISM manager: BERNHARD SCHULTE SINGAPORE
- Last AIS position: 33°59.0′S · 166°54.4′E · Speed 12.6 kn · under way · received 30 September 2026 at 04:07 UTC
- Destination: Shekou (CN SKO) · ETA 18 October 2026 at 08:13 UTC (as broadcast by the vessel)
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Frequently asked questions
What is the vessel type and age of OAK EXPRESS?
OAK EXPRESS 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 OAK EXPRESS?
The vessel has a length overall of 183 metres and a beam of 32 metres. It carries a deadweight tonnage of 46,697 metric tonnes.
Which classification society maintains OAK EXPRESS?
The vessel is classed by the American Bureau of Shipping. This society is a recognized member of the International Association of Classification Societies (IACS).
What is the PSC inspection history for this vessel?
Over the last 36 months it has had 9 port state control (PSC) inspections and no detentions, with 4 deficiencies recorded. The most recent inspection was on 15 May 2026. All-time records show 47 inspections since 2009 and no detentions.
Where has OAK EXPRESS been recently observed?
The vessel has been active in South East Asia, East Asia, and the Australia and New Zealand regions. These observations cover its recent operational profile.
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