SEA LA BAMBA (IMO 9470909)
SEA LA BAMBA 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 46,093 metric tonnes, a gross tonnage of 29,130, and a length overall of 183 metres. This vessel is configured for the transport of liquid chemical and oil products. SEA LA BAMBA is classed by Korean Register, which is an IACS member. The vessel has been observed in the Middle America and Gulf of Mexico, the South America West Coast, and the Middle America and Gulf of Mexico regions. It has no recorded former names or previous flag changes. Over the last 36 months it has had 11 port state control (PSC) inspections and no detentions. The most recent inspection was on 9 September 2026.
- Type: Chemical/Oil Products Tanker
- Flag: Liberia
- Year built: 2009
- MMSI: 636023468
- Call sign: 5LNW2
- Gross tonnage: 29130
- Deadweight: 46093 t
- Length overall: 183 m
- Beam: 32 m
- Home port: MONROVIA
- Port State Control (PSC) inspections: 42 since 2010
- PSC detentions in the last 36 months: 0
- Last PSC detention: 07/09/2022, Port Arthur, Texas (US Coast Guard)
- Last PSC inspection: 09/09/2026
- Registered owner: BORA SHIPPING MANAGEMENT LTD (Greece)
- Ship manager · ISM manager: PETROCHEM GENERAL MANAGEMENT (Greece)
- Technical manager: PETROCHEM GENERAL MANAGEMENT S.A
- Last AIS position: 37°11.6′N · 123°15.5′W · Speed 11.9 kn · under way · received 12 October 2026 at 16:47 UTC
- Destination: Richmond (AU RCM) · ETA 13 October 2026 at 00:52 UTC (as broadcast by the vessel)
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Frequently asked questions
What is the vessel type and age of SEA LA BAMBA?
SEA LA BAMBA 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 SEA LA BAMBA?
The vessel has a length overall of 183 metres and a beam of 32 metres. These dimensions support its role as a mid-sized tanker.
Which classification society covers SEA LA BAMBA?
The vessel is classed by Korean Register. 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 11 port state control (PSC) inspections and no detentions; the deficiency count is reported for 10 of them. The most recent inspection was on 9 September 2026. All-time records show 42 inspections since 2010 and 2 detentions. The most recent detention was on 7 September 2022.
What is the engine specification for SEA LA BAMBA?
The vessel is equipped with a 1D: 2 SA 6 CY main engine. This engine is rated at a power output of 6 kW.
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