DS VENTURE (IMO 9522180)
DS VENTURE is a Crude Oil Tanker built in 2011 and flying the Liberia flag, placing it in its 15th year of service. The vessel reports a deadweight tonnage of 297,228 metric tonnes, a gross tonnage of 157,039, and a length overall of 329.877 metres. At this scale, the vessel is configured for large-scale crude oil transport. DS VENTURE is classed by DNV-GL (ex DNV), which is a member of the International Association of Classification Societies. The vessel has been observed in East Asia, the North America West Coast, and the Malacca and Singapore Straits. It has previously operated under one former name and two former flags. Over the last 36 months it has had 3 port state control (PSC) inspections and no detentions. The most recent inspection was on 11 April 2026.
- Type: Crude Oil Tanker
- Flag: Liberia
- Year built: 2011
- MMSI: 636092175
- Call sign: A8XV5
- Gross tonnage: 157039
- Deadweight: 297228 t
- Length overall: 329.877 m
- Beam: 60 m
- Home port: MONROVIA
- Port State Control (PSC) inspections: 15 since 2012
- PSC detentions in the last 36 months: 0
- Last PSC inspection: 11/04/2026
- Registered owner: DS-RENDITE-FONDS 66 (China)
- Ship manager: CHINA SHIPPING DEV HK WYTEX (China)
- ISM manager: DS TANKERS GMBH & CO KG (Germany)
- Last AIS position: 4°7.0′N · 008°28.9′E · under way · received 10 October 2026 at 04:13 UTC
- Destination: To be nominated
Frequently asked questions
What is the vessel type and age of DS VENTURE?
DS VENTURE is a Crude Oil Tanker built in 2011. It is currently in its 15th year of service.
What are the dimensions of DS VENTURE?
The vessel has a length overall of 329.877 metres and a beam of 60 metres. It operates with a maximum draught of 21.5 metres.
Which classification society maintains DS VENTURE?
The vessel is classed by DNV-GL (ex DNV), which is an IACS member. Its current status is listed as Delivered with specific tanker notations.
What is the deadweight capacity of this tanker?
DS VENTURE has a deadweight tonnage of 297,228 metric tonnes. This capacity is paired with a gross tonnage of 157,039.
How many PSC inspections has the vessel undergone?
Over the last 36 months it has had 3 port state control (PSC) inspections and no detentions, with 8 deficiencies recorded. The most recent inspection was on 11 April 2026. All-time records show 15 inspections since 2012 and no detentions.
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