AL DAFNA (IMO 9443683)
AL DAFNA is a LNG Tanker built in 2009 and flying the Marshall Islands flag, placing it in its 17th year of service. The vessel reports a deadweight tonnage of 130,157 metric tonnes, a gross tonnage of 163,922, and a length overall of 345 metres. This vessel is configured for the transport of liquefied natural gas. AL DAFNA is classed by the American Bureau of Shipping, which is an IACS member. The vessel has been observed in South Asia, the Malacca Strait, and the Singapore Strait over recent periods. 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; 11 inspections are on file since 2010, the most recent on 26 June 2023.
- Type: LNG Tanker
- Flag: Marshall Islands
- Year built: 2009
- MMSI: 538003355
- Call sign: V7QG3
- Gross tonnage: 163922
- Deadweight: 130157 t
- Length overall: 345 m
- Beam: 52 m
- Port State Control (PSC) inspections: 11 since 2010
- PSC detentions in the last 36 months: 0
- Last PSC inspection: 26/06/2023
- Registered owner: NAKILAT SHI 1726 INC (Qatar)
- Ship manager: QATARGAS LIQUEFIED GAS CO LTD (Qatar)
- ISM manager: NAKILAT SHIPPING QATAR LTD (Qatar)
- Last AIS position: 25°48.4′N · 051°53.9′E · Speed 0.2 kn · under way · received 29 September 2026 at 10:25 UTC
- Destination: To be nominated
Frequently asked questions
What is the vessel type and age of AL DAFNA?
AL DAFNA is an LNG Tanker built in 2009. It is currently in its 17th year of service.
What are the dimensions of AL DAFNA?
The vessel has a length overall of 345 metres and a beam of 52 metres. It possesses a gross tonnage of 163,922.
Which classification society covers AL DAFNA?
The vessel is classed by the American Bureau of Shipping. This society is a member of the International Association of Classification Societies (IACS).
Where has AL DAFNA been recently observed?
The vessel has been observed in South Asia and the Malacca Strait. It has also been recorded operating in the Singapore Strait.
What is the PSC inspection history for AL DAFNA?
No port state control (PSC) inspections were recorded in the last 36 months; 11 inspections are on file since 2010, the most recent on 26 June 2023.
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