PVT AURORA (IMO 9508938)
PVT AURORA is a Chemical/Oil Products Tanker built in 2012 and flying the Vietnam flag, placing it in its 14th year of service. The vessel reports a deadweight tonnage of 19,991 metric tonnes, a gross tonnage of 11,925, and a length overall of 146.19 metres. This size and specification support the transport of liquid chemical and oil products. PVT AURORA is classed by DNV, which is a member of the International Association of Classification Societies (IACS). The vessel has been observed in the North America East Coast, the Gulf of Mexico, and Middle America over recent periods. It has operated under two former names and two former flags. Over the last 36 months it has had 11 port state control (PSC) inspections and no detentions. The most recent inspection was on 28 September 2026.
- Type: Chemical/Oil Products Tanker
- Flag: Vietnam
- Year built: 2012
- MMSI: 574004570
- Call sign: XVGN7
- Gross tonnage: 11925
- Deadweight: 19991 t
- Length overall: 146.19 m
- Beam: 24.2 m
- Home port: SAIGON
- Port State Control (PSC) inspections: 31 since 2012
- PSC detentions in the last 36 months: 0
- Last PSC inspection: 28/09/2026
- Registered owner · Ship manager: PETROVIETNAM TRANSPORTATION (Vietnam)
- ISM manager · DOC holder: SOUTHERN PETROLEUM TRANSPORT (Vietnam)
- Last AIS position: 2°56.6′S · 038°11.8′W · Speed 8.0 kn · under way · received 10 October 2026 at 19:30 UTC
- Destination: TTCHA
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Frequently asked questions
What is the vessel type and capacity of PVT AURORA?
PVT AURORA is a Chemical/Oil Products Tanker. It has a deadweight tonnage of 19,991 metric tonnes and a gross tonnage of 11,925.
Who built the PVT AURORA and when?
The vessel was built in 2012 by Fukuoka Shipbuilding Co., Ltd. It is currently in its 14th year of service.
What are the dimensions of PVT AURORA?
The vessel has a length overall of 146.19 metres and a beam of 24.2 metres. Its maximum draught is recorded at 9.462 metres.
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, with 17 deficiencies recorded. The most recent inspection was on 28 September 2026. All-time records show 31 inspections since 2012 and no detentions.
Which classification society manages PVT AURORA?
The vessel is classed by DNV, which is an IACS member. Its current class status is listed as Delivered with notations for chemical and oil products.
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