TOPAZ EXPRESS (IMO 9552800)
TOPAZ EXPRESS is an Oil Products Tanker built in 2009 and flying the Hong Kong, China flag, placing it in its 17th year of service. The vessel reports a deadweight tonnage of 45,650, a gross tonnage of 27,976, and no length overall is specified. This tanker is configured for the transport of oil products. TOPAZ EXPRESS is classed by the American Bureau of Shipping, which is a member of the International Association of Classification Societies. The vessel has been observed in Australia and New Zealand, East Asia, and South East Asia. 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 no detentions. The most recent inspection was on 9 September 2025.
- Type: Oil Products Tanker
- Flag: Hong Kong, China
- Year built: 2009
- MMSI: 477698500
- Call sign: VRNP5
- Gross tonnage: 27976
- Deadweight: 45650 t
- Port State Control (PSC) inspections: 39 since 2009
- PSC detentions in the last 36 months: 0
- Last PSC detention: 09/07/2019, Honolulu, Hawaii (US Coast Guard)
- Last PSC inspection: 09/09/2025
- Registered owner: WINMAR SHIPPING LTD (Japan)
- Ship manager: MOL PRODUCT TANKERS LTD (Japan)
- ISM manager: BERNHARD SCHULTE SINGAPORE
- Last AIS position: 37°1.4′N · 126°24.2′E · Speed 0.1 kn · under way · received 12 October 2026 at 00:17 UTC
- Destination: Taean-gun (KR TAN)
Frequently asked questions
What is the vessel type and age of TOPAZ EXPRESS?
TOPAZ EXPRESS is an Oil Products Tanker. It was built in 2009 and is currently in its 17th year of service.
What are the capacity specifications for TOPAZ EXPRESS?
The vessel has a deadweight tonnage of 45,650 metric tonnes. Its gross tonnage is recorded at 27,976.
Which classification society maintains TOPAZ EXPRESS?
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 TOPAZ EXPRESS been operating recently?
The vessel has been observed in Australia and New Zealand, East Asia, and South East Asia. These regions represent its most recent geographic activity.
What is the PSC inspection history for TOPAZ EXPRESS?
Over the last 36 months it has had 4 port state control (PSC) inspections and no detentions, with no deficiencies recorded. The most recent inspection was on 9 September 2025. All-time records show 39 inspections since 2009 and 1 detention. The most recent detention was on 9 July 2019.
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