GOLDEN ORCHID (IMO 9486178)
GOLDEN ORCHID 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 17,055 metric tonnes and a gross tonnage of 11,939. This capacity is typical for specialized tankers engaged in regional chemical or petroleum product transport. GOLDEN ORCHID is classed by China Classification Society, which is an IACS member. The vessel has been observed in the Singapore Strait, South East Asia, and the Mediterranean Sea over recent periods. It has operated under two former names and two former flags. Over the last 36 months it has had 6 port state control (PSC) inspections and 2 detentions. The most recent inspection was on 21 July 2026.
- Type: Chemical/Oil Products Tanker
- Flag: Liberia
- Year built: 2009
- MMSI: 636017490
- Call sign: D5LF4
- Gross tonnage: 11939
- Deadweight: 17055 t
- Length overall: 144 m
- Beam: 24 m
- Port State Control (PSC) inspections: 42 since 2009
- PSC detentions in the last 36 months: 2
- Last PSC detention: 14/11/2025, Amsterdam (Paris MoU)
- Last PSC inspection: 21/07/2026
- Registered owner: ZHE YIN HANGZHOU NO 23
- Ship manager: SEACON TANKERS SHIPMANAGE PTE
- ISM manager: SEACON ENERGY CARRIER LTD (China)
- Last AIS position: 1°10.2′N · 103°43.1′E · Speed 0.2 kn · at anchor · received 19 October 2026 at 07:29 UTC
- Destination: SG PWBGA · ETA 24 October 2026 at 12:00 UTC (as broadcast by the vessel)
Frequently asked questions
What is the vessel type and age of GOLDEN ORCHID?
GOLDEN ORCHID is a Chemical/Oil Products Tanker. It was built in 2009 and is currently in its 17th year of service.
What are the tonnage specifications for GOLDEN ORCHID?
The vessel has a deadweight tonnage of 17,055 metric tonnes. Its gross tonnage is recorded at 11,939.
Which classification society maintains GOLDEN ORCHID?
The vessel is classed by the China Classification Society. This society is a recognized member of the International Association of Classification Societies (IACS).
Where has GOLDEN ORCHID been recently observed?
The vessel has been spotted in the Singapore Strait and South East Asia. It has also been recorded operating in the Mediterranean Sea.
What is the port-state control record for this vessel?
Over the last 36 months it has had 6 port state control (PSC) inspections and 2 detentions, with 30 deficiencies recorded. The most recent inspection was on 21 July 2026. All-time records show 42 inspections since 2009 and 3 detentions. The most recent detention was on 14 November 2025.
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