BTS SUMMER (IMO 9434694)
BTS SUMMER is a Chemical/Oil Products Tanker built in 2008 and flying the Singapore flag, placing it in its 18th year of service. The vessel reports a deadweight tonnage of 13,241 metric tonnes, a gross tonnage of 8,550, and a length overall of 128 metres. This size and type suggest its utility in regional chemical and oil product transport. BTS SUMMER is classed by Korean Register, which is an IACS member. The vessel has been observed in the Singapore Strait, South East Asia, and the Malacca Strait over recent periods. It has operated under two former flags and has been registered under three different names. Over the last 36 months it has had 4 port state control (PSC) inspections and no detentions. The most recent inspection was on 16 April 2026.
- Type: Chemical/Oil Products Tanker
- Flag: Singapore
- Year built: 2008
- MMSI: 563060900
- Call sign: 9V5894
- Gross tonnage: 8550
- Deadweight: 13241 t
- Length overall: 128 m
- Beam: 20 m
- Home port: SINGAPORE
- Port State Control (PSC) inspections: 28 since 2009
- PSC detentions in the last 36 months: 0
- Last PSC detention: 09/08/2017, Tanjung priok (Tokyo MoU)
- Last PSC inspection: 16/04/2026
- Registered owner: BTS SUMMER PTE LTD
- Ship manager: BTS TANKERS PTE LTD
- Technical manager: CHEMIKALIEN SEETRANSPORT SINGAPORE PTE LTD
- ISM manager: CHEMIKALIEN SEETRANSPORT
- Last AIS position: 5°23.8′N · 100°21.8′E · Speed 0.1 kn · under way · received 9 October 2026 at 09:27 UTC
- Destination: Penang (Georgetown) (MY PEN)
Frequently asked questions
What is the vessel type and age of BTS SUMMER?
BTS SUMMER is a Chemical/Oil Products Tanker. It was built in 2008 and is currently in its 18th year of service.
What are the dimensions of BTS SUMMER?
The vessel has a length overall of 128 metres and a beam of 20 metres. It carries a deadweight tonnage of 13,241 metric tonnes.
Which classification society manages BTS SUMMER?
The vessel is classed by Korean Register. This society is a recognized member of the International Association of Classification Societies (IACS).
Where has BTS SUMMER been recently observed?
The vessel has been active in the Singapore Strait and the Malacca Strait. It has also been observed operating throughout South East Asia.
What is the PSC inspection history for BTS SUMMER?
Over the last 36 months it has had 4 port state control (PSC) inspections and no detentions, with no deficiencies recorded. The most recent inspection was on 16 April 2026. All-time records show 28 inspections since 2009 and 2 detentions. The most recent detention was on 9 August 2017.
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