VAST ATLANTIC (IMO 9406714)
ANCHOR 18 is a Chemical/Oil Products Tanker built in 2009 and flying the Liberia flag, placing it in its 17th year of service. The vessel reports a deadweight tonnage of 19,971 metric tonnes, a gross tonnage of 12,862, and a length overall of 164.34 metres. This vessel is configured for the transport of chemical and oil products. ANCHOR 18 is classed by DNV-GL (ex GL), which is a member of the International Association of Classification Societies. The vessel has been observed in the Mediterranean Sea, West Africa, and the Gulf of Mexico over recent periods. It has previously operated under two former names and two former flags. Over the last 36 months it has had 14 port state control (PSC) inspections and no detentions. The most recent inspection was on 1 October 2026.
- Type: Chemical/Oil Products Tanker
- Flag: Liberia
- Year built: 2009
- MMSI: 636022803
- Call sign: 5LKN5
- Gross tonnage: 12862
- Deadweight: 19971 t
- Length overall: 164.34 m
- Beam: 23 m
- Home port: Monrovia
- Port State Control (PSC) inspections: 42 since 2009
- PSC detentions in the last 36 months: 0
- Last PSC detention: 19/01/2010, Quebec city (Paris MoU)
- Last PSC inspection: 01/10/2026
- Registered owner: MACAU JINQIN INTERNATIONAL (China)
- Ship manager: BH INTERNATIONAL TRADING SHPG
- ISM manager: TAIHUA SHIPPING PTE LTD
- Last AIS position: 17°37.5′S · 071°22.4′W · Speed 5.4 kn · under way · received 9 October 2026 at 23:00 UTC
- Destination: Santos (BR SSZ) · ETA 8 November 2026 at 08:20 UTC (as broadcast by the vessel)
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Frequently asked questions
What is the vessel type and capacity of ANCHOR 18?
ANCHOR 18 is a Chemical/Oil Products Tanker. It has a deadweight tonnage of 19,971 metric tonnes and a gross tonnage of 12,862.
Who is the classification society for ANCHOR 18?
The vessel is classed by DNV-GL (ex GL), which is an IACS member. Its current classification status is listed as Reinstated.
What are the dimensions of ANCHOR 18?
The vessel has a length overall of 164.34 metres and a beam of 23 metres. It operates with a maximum draught of 9.69 metres.
How many inspections has ANCHOR 18 undergone recently?
Over the last 36 months it has had 14 port state control (PSC) inspections and no detentions, with 16 deficiencies recorded. The most recent inspection was on 1 October 2026. All-time records show 42 inspections since 2009 and 1 detention. The most recent detention was on 19 January 2010.
Where has ANCHOR 18 been operating?
Recent observations place the vessel in the Mediterranean Sea, West Africa, and the Gulf of Mexico. It has also been noted in West Europe and Middle America.
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