VORTEX (IMO 9566289)
VORTEX is a LPG Tanker built in 2014 and flying the Portugal (MAR) flag, placing it in its twelfth year of service. The vessel reports a deadweight tonnage of 3,824 metric tonnes, a gross tonnage of 3,430, and a length overall of 88 metres. This vessel is configured for the transport of liquefied petroleum gas. VORTEX is classed by Registro Italiano Navale, which is an IACS member. The vessel has been observed in the Mediterranean Sea, West Africa, and West Europe over recent periods. It has previously operated under two different names and two different flags. Over the last 36 months it has had 3 port state control (PSC) inspections and no detentions. The most recent inspection was on 28 July 2026.
- Type: LPG Tanker
- Flag: Portugal (MAR)
- Year built: 2014
- MMSI: 255805640
- Call sign: CQJE
- Gross tonnage: 3430
- Deadweight: 3824 t
- Length overall: 88 m
- Beam: 15 m
- Port State Control (PSC) inspections: 16 since 2014
- PSC detentions in the last 36 months: 0
- Last PSC inspection: 28/07/2026
- Registered owner · Ship manager: CHEMGAS SHIPPING BV (Netherlands)
- ISM manager: HARTMANN GAS CARRIERS GERMANY (Germany)
- Last AIS position: 41°23.9′N · 012°19.6′E · Speed 5.5 kn · under way · received 13 October 2026 at 02:27 UTC
- Destination: IT ARD
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Frequently asked questions
What is the vessel type and age of VORTEX?
VORTEX is an LPG Tanker built in 2014. It is currently in its twelfth year of service.
What are the dimensions of VORTEX?
The vessel has a length overall of 88 metres and a beam of 15 metres. It carries a gross tonnage of 3,430.
Which classification society is associated with VORTEX?
The vessel is classed by Registro Italiano Navale, which is an IACS member. Its current classification status is listed as Withdrawn.
Where has VORTEX been recently observed?
The vessel has been observed in the Mediterranean Sea, West Africa, and West Europe. These regions represent its most recent geographic activity.
What is the PSC inspection history for VORTEX?
Over the last 36 months it has had 3 port state control (PSC) inspections and no detentions, with 1 deficiency recorded. The most recent inspection was on 28 July 2026. All-time records show 16 inspections since 2014 and no detentions.
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