KEY SOUTH (IMO 9479802)
KEY SOUTH is a Chemical/Oil Products Tanker built in 2010 and flying the Malta flag, placing it in its 16th year of service. The vessel reports a deadweight tonnage of 6,412 metric tonnes, a gross tonnage of 4,872, and a length overall of 109 metres. This vessel is configured for the transport of chemical and oil products. KEY SOUTH is classed by Nippon Kaiji Kyokai, which is an IACS member. The vessel has been observed in West Europe, North Europe, and North Europe, West Europe over recent periods. It has operated under four former flags and has been known by two former names. Over the last 36 months it has had 6 port state control (PSC) inspections and no detentions. The most recent inspection was on 23 April 2026.
- Type: Chemical/Oil Products Tanker
- Flag: Malta
- Year built: 2010
- MMSI: 248221000
- Call sign: 9HA2267
- Gross tonnage: 4287
- Deadweight: 6412 t
- Length overall: 109 m
- Beam: 16.8 m
- Home port: VALLETTA -
- Port State Control (PSC) inspections: 30 since 2010
- PSC detentions in the last 36 months: 0
- Last PSC inspection: 23/04/2026
- Registered owner: FREYJA AS (Norway)
- Ship manager: SEA TANK CHARTERING AS (Norway)
- ISM manager: TB MARINE SHIPMANAGEMENT RIGA (Latvia)
- Last AIS position: 59°7.6′N · 010°59.1′E · Speed 0.0 kn · at anchor · received 14 October 2026 at 07:46 UTC
- Destination: Fredrikstad (NO FRK) · ETA 14 October 2026 at 09:30 UTC (as broadcast by the vessel)
Frequently asked questions
What is the vessel type and age of KEY SOUTH?
KEY SOUTH is a Chemical/Oil Products Tanker. It was built in 2010 and is currently in its 16th year of service.
What are the dimensions of KEY SOUTH?
The vessel has a length overall of 109 metres and a beam of 16.8 metres. It has a gross tonnage of 4,872 and a deadweight of 6,412 metric tonnes.
Which classification society handles KEY SOUTH?
The vessel is classed by Nippon Kaiji Kyokai, which is an IACS member. Its current class status is recorded as Withdrawn.
What is the engine power of this tanker?
The main engine is rated at 2,999 kW. This power rating supports its operations as a chemical and oil products carrier.
How many inspections has the vessel undergone?
Over the last 36 months it has had 6 port state control (PSC) inspections and no detentions, with 15 deficiencies recorded. The most recent inspection was on 23 April 2026. All-time records show 30 inspections since 2010 and no detentions.
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