BW RIGEL (IMO 9540091)
BW RIGEL is a LPG Tanker built in 2023 and flying the Marshall Islands flag, placing it in its third year of service. The vessel reports a deadweight tonnage of 58,207 metric tonnes, a gross tonnage of 53,573, and a length overall of 229 metres. This vessel is configured for the transport of liquefied petroleum gas. BW RIGEL is classed by Lloyd's Register, which is a member of the International Association of Classification Societies. The vessel has been observed in Middle America and the Gulf of Mexico, South East Asia, and the South American East Coast. It has previously operated under two former names and one former flag. Over the last 36 months it has had 5 port state control (PSC) inspections and no detentions. The most recent inspection was on 7 May 2026.
- Type: LPG Tanker
- Flag: Marshall Islands
- Year built: 2023
- MMSI: 538010182
- Call sign: V7A5723
- Gross tonnage: 53573
- Deadweight: 58207 t
- Length overall: 229 m
- Beam: 37 m
- Port State Control (PSC) inspections: 6 since 2023
- PSC detentions in the last 36 months: 0
- Last PSC inspection: 07/05/2026
- Registered owner: BW CONSTELLATION III PTE LTD
- Ship manager: BW LPG PTE LTD
- ISM manager: BW LPG FLEET MANAGEMENT AS (Norway)
- Last AIS position: 7°7.5′N · 084°0.8′W · Speed 10.6 kn · under way · received 14 October 2026 at 02:18 UTC
- Destination: Cristóbal (PA CTB) · ETA 15 October 2026 at 05:37 UTC (as broadcast by the vessel)
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Frequently asked questions
What is the vessel type and age of BW RIGEL?
BW RIGEL is an LPG Tanker built in 2023. It is currently in its third year of service.
What are the dimensions of BW RIGEL?
The vessel has a length overall of 229 metres and a beam of 37 metres. It possesses a deadweight tonnage of 58,207 metric tonnes.
Which classification society covers BW RIGEL?
The vessel is classed by Lloyd's Register. This society is a member of the International Association of Classification Societies (IACS).
What is the PSC inspection history for this vessel?
Over the last 36 months it has had 5 port state control (PSC) inspections and no detentions, with 3 deficiencies recorded. The most recent inspection was on 7 May 2026. All-time records show 6 inspections since 2023 and no detentions.
Where has BW RIGEL been recently observed?
The vessel has been seen in Middle America and the Gulf of Mexico, as well as South East Asia and South Africa. It has also been recorded near the South American East Coast.
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