NEW PIONEER (IMO 9486532)
NEW PIONEER is a Crude Oil Tanker built in 2010 and flying the Hong Kong, China flag, placing it in its 16th year of service. The vessel reports a deadweight tonnage of 297,058, a gross tonnage of 157,680, and a length overall of 330.051 metres. This large-scale tanker is designed for significant crude oil transport operations. NEW PIONEER is classed by DNV-GL (ex DNV), which is an IACS member. The vessel has been observed in South Asia, the Singapore Strait, and the South China Sea over recent periods. It has previously operated under two former names and one former flag state. Over the last 36 months it has had 2 port state control (PSC) inspections and no detentions. The most recent inspection was on 25 November 2025.
- Type: Crude Oil Tanker
- Flag: Hong Kong, China
- Year built: 2010
- MMSI: 477932600
- Call sign: VRHK3
- Gross tonnage: 157680
- Deadweight: 297058 t
- Length overall: 330.051 m
- Beam: 60.022 m
- Home port: HONG KONG
- Port State Control (PSC) inspections: 21 since 2010
- PSC detentions in the last 36 months: 0
- Last PSC inspection: 25/11/2025
- Registered owner: NEW PIONEER SHIPPING CO LTD (China)
- Ship manager · ISM manager · DOC holder: ASSOCIATED MARITIME CO HK LTD (China)
- Last AIS position: 1°18.4′N · 104°4.4′E · Speed 0.0 kn · at anchor · received 11 October 2026 at 04:33 UTC
- Destination: PORT ACU
Frequently asked questions
What are the dimensions of NEW PIONEER?
The vessel has a length overall of 330.051 metres and a beam of 60.022 metres. It operates with a maximum draught of 21.522 metres.
What is the capacity of NEW PIONEER?
The tanker has a deadweight tonnage of 297,058 metric tonnes. Its gross tonnage is recorded at 157,680.
Which classification society manages NEW PIONEER?
The vessel is classed by DNV-GL (ex DNV), which is an IACS member. Its current class notation includes Tanker for oil E0 ESP and NAUTICUS(Newbuilding).
How many inspections has the vessel undergone?
Over the last 36 months it has had 2 port state control (PSC) inspections and no detentions, with 12 deficiencies recorded. The most recent inspection was on 25 November 2025. All-time records show 21 inspections since 2010 and no detentions.
Where has NEW PIONEER been recently observed?
The vessel has been active in South Asia and the South China Sea. It has also been recorded operating within the Singapore Strait and South East Asia.
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