BOW COMPASS (IMO 9412737)
BOW COMPASS 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 33,609, a gross tonnage of 19,464, and a length overall of 170 metres. This vessel is configured for the transport of chemical and oil products. BOW COMPASS is classed by the American Bureau of Shipping, which is an IACS member. The vessel has been observed in the Mediterranean Sea, West Africa, and the South America East Coast. It has 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 31 August 2026.
- Type: Chemical/Oil Products Tanker
- Flag: Norway (NIS)
- Year built: 2009
- MMSI: 257199000
- Call sign: LACQ8
- Gross tonnage: 19464
- Deadweight: 33609 t
- Length overall: 170 m
- Beam: 26 m
- Port State Control (PSC) inspections: 47 since 2009
- PSC detentions in the last 36 months: 0
- Last PSC inspection: 31/08/2026
- Registered owner: ODFJELL CHEMICAL TANKERS AS (Norway)
- Ship manager: ODFJELL MANAGEMENT AS (Norway)
- ISM manager: THOME CROATIA DOO (Croatia)
- Last AIS position: 23°55.2′S · 046°21.6′W · Speed 0.0 kn · moored · received 12 October 2026 at 05:00 UTC
- Destination: Santos (BR SSZ)
Frequently asked questions
What is the vessel type and age of BOW COMPASS?
BOW COMPASS 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 BOW COMPASS?
The vessel has a length overall of 170 metres and a beam of 26 metres. It maintains a gross tonnage of 19,464.
Which classification society maintains BOW COMPASS?
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; the deficiency count is reported for 8 of them. The most recent inspection was on 31 August 2026. All-time records show 47 inspections since 2009 and no detentions.
Where has BOW COMPASS been recently observed?
The vessel has been active in the Mediterranean Sea, West Africa, and the South America East Coast. These regions represent its most recent geographic areas of operation.
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