METHANE MICKIE HARPER (IMO 9520376)
METHANE MICKIE HARPER is a LNG Tanker built in 2010 and flying the Panama flag, placing it in its 16th year of service. The vessel reports a deadweight tonnage of 86,170 metric tonnes and a gross tonnage of 109,004. This capacity is characteristic of mid-sized liquefied natural gas carriers used in global energy transport. The vessel is classed by American Bureau of Shipping, which is an IACS member. Recent geographic observations include South East Asia, the North America West Coast, and Australia and New Zealand. It has previously operated under one former name and two former flags. Over the last 36 months it has had 4 port state control (PSC) inspections and 1 detention. The most recent inspection was on 31 August 2026.
- Type: LNG Tanker
- Flag: Panama
- Year built: 2010
- MMSI: 352346000
- Call sign: 3EYM2
- Gross tonnage: 109004
- Deadweight: 86170 t
- Port State Control (PSC) inspections: 18 since 2011
- PSC detentions in the last 36 months: 1
- Last PSC detention: 16/07/2026, Gladstone (Indian Ocean MoU / Tokyo MoU)
- Last PSC inspection: 31/08/2026
- Registered owner · Ship manager: MEIJI SHIPPING BV (Netherlands)
- ISM manager: MMS CO LTD (Japan)
- Last AIS position: 17°41.8′N · 137°6.1′E · Speed 16.0 kn · under way · received 5 October 2026 at 03:12 UTC
- Destination: Gladstone (AU GLT) · ETA 12 October 2026 at 09:07 UTC (as broadcast by the vessel)
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Frequently asked questions
What is the vessel type and age of METHANE MICKIE HARPER?
METHANE MICKIE HARPER is an LNG Tanker built in 2010. It is currently in its 16th year of service.
What are the tonnage specifications for this vessel?
The vessel has a deadweight tonnage of 86,170 metric tonnes. Its gross tonnage is recorded at 109,004.
Which classification society maintains this tanker?
The vessel is classed by the American Bureau of Shipping. This society is a recognized member of the International Association of Classification Societies (IACS).
Where has METHANE MICKIE HARPER been recently observed?
The vessel has been observed in South East Asia and the North America West Coast. It has also been recorded in the Australia and New Zealand region.
What is the port-state control record for this ship?
Over the last 36 months it has had 4 port state control (PSC) inspections and 1 detention, with 8 deficiencies recorded. The most recent inspection was on 31 August 2026. All-time records show 18 inspections since 2011 and 1 detention. The most recent detention was on 16 July 2026.
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