ZAO GALAXY (IMO 9566150)
ZAO GALAXY is a Chemical/Oil Products Tanker built in 2012 and flying the Marshall Islands flag, placing it in its 14th year of service. The vessel reports a deadweight tonnage of 26,060 metric tonnes, a gross tonnage of 16,703, and a length overall of 159 metres. This vessel is configured for the transport of chemical and oil products. ZAO GALAXY is classed by Nippon Kaiji Kyokai, which is an IACS member. The vessel has been observed in the Mediterranean Sea, West Africa, and the South America East Coast over recent periods. It has previously operated under one former name and one former flag. Over the last 36 months it has had 7 port state control (PSC) inspections and no detentions. The most recent inspection was on 1 July 2026.
- Type: Chemical/Oil Products Tanker
- Flag: Marshall Islands
- Year built: 2012
- MMSI: 538004682
- Call sign: V7YK9
- Gross tonnage: 16703
- Deadweight: 26060 t
- Length overall: 159 m
- Beam: 27 m
- Port State Control (PSC) inspections: 42 since 2012
- PSC detentions in the last 36 months: 0
- Last PSC detention: 11/02/2019, San Francisco, California (US Coast Guard)
- Last PSC inspection: 01/07/2026
- Registered owner · Ship manager: MOL CHEMICAL TANKERS PTE LTD
- ISM manager: UNIX LINE PTE LTD
- Last AIS position: 24°11.4′N · 120°5.7′E · Speed 12.4 kn · under way · received 18 October 2026 at 02:21 UTC
- Destination: Singapore (SG SIN) · ETA 23 October 2026 at 22:00 UTC (as broadcast by the vessel)
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Frequently asked questions
What is the vessel type of ZAO GALAXY?
ZAO GALAXY is a Chemical/Oil Products Tanker. It was built in 2012 and is currently in its 14th year of service.
What are the dimensions of ZAO GALAXY?
The vessel has a length overall of 159 metres and a beam of 27 metres. It maintains a deadweight tonnage of 26,060 metric tonnes.
Which classification society maintains ZAO GALAXY?
The vessel is classed by Nippon Kaiji Kyokai. This society is a member of the International Association of Classification Societies (IACS).
Where has ZAO GALAXY been recently observed?
The vessel has been observed in the Mediterranean Sea, West Africa, and the South America East Coast. These regions represent its recent operational areas.
What is the PSC inspection history for ZAO GALAXY?
Over the last 36 months it has had 7 port state control (PSC) inspections and no detentions, with 15 deficiencies recorded. The most recent inspection was on 1 July 2026. All-time records show 42 inspections since 2012 and 1 detention. The most recent detention was on 11 February 2019.
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