GEIZER (IMO 9550682)
XING CHEN is a Crude Oil Tanker built in 2009 and flying the Cameroon flag, placing it in its 17th year of service. The vessel reports a deadweight tonnage of 73,427 metric tonnes, a gross tonnage of 42,010, and a length overall of 229 metres. This size and type indicate its role in the transport of crude oil products. Classification is provided by the International Register of Shipping (IS). The vessel has been observed in South Asia, South East Asia, and the Malacca Strait over recent periods. It has operated under 7 former flags and has been known by 4 former names. Over the last 36 months it has had 8 port state control (PSC) inspections and no detentions. The most recent inspection was on 1 October 2025.
- Type: Crude Oil Tanker
- Flag: Russia
- Year built: 2009
- MMSI: 273129820
- Call sign: UAPG5
- Gross tonnage: 42010
- Deadweight: 73427 t
- Length overall: 229 m
- Beam: 32 m
- Port State Control (PSC) inspections: 36 since 2009
- PSC detentions in the last 36 months: 0
- Last PSC detention: 14/10/2022, Antwerp (Paris MoU)
- Last PSC inspection: 01/10/2025
- Registered owner · Ship manager · ISM manager: ARANY SHIPPING FZE (United Arab Emirates)
- Last AIS position: 12°51.8′N · 048°16.4′E · Speed 12.0 kn · at anchor · received 11 October 2026 at 05:25 UTC
- Destination: VADINAR TERMINAL · ETA 15 October 2026 at 22:56 UTC (as broadcast by the vessel)
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Frequently asked questions
What is the vessel type and age of XING CHEN?
XING CHEN is a Crude Oil Tanker built in 2009. It is currently in its 17th year of service.
What are the dimensions of XING CHEN?
The vessel has a length overall of 229 metres and a beam of 32 metres. It carries a deadweight tonnage of 73,427 metric tonnes.
Which flag does the vessel fly?
The vessel currently flies the Cameroon flag. Throughout its history, it has operated under 7 different flag states.
What is the PSC inspection history for XING CHEN?
Over the last 36 months it has had 8 port state control (PSC) inspections and no detentions, with 55 deficiencies recorded. The most recent inspection was on 1 October 2025. All-time records show 36 inspections since 2009 and 2 detentions. The most recent detention was on 14 October 2022.
Where has XING CHEN been recently observed?
The vessel has been active in South Asia and South East Asia. It has also been recorded operating in the Malacca Strait.
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