ASPHALT SPIRIT (IMO 9612557)
ASPHALT SPIRIT is an Asphalt/Bitumen Tanker built in 2012 and flying the Marshall Islands flag, placing it in its 14th year of service. The vessel has a deadweight tonnage of 14,484 metric tonnes, a gross tonnage of 10,491, and a length overall of 140 metres. This vessel is configured for specialized liquid cargo transport. ASPHALT SPIRIT is classed by Bureau Veritas, which is a member of the International Association of Classification Societies (IACS). The vessel has been observed in the Mediterranean Sea, West Europe, and the South America East Coast. It has previously operated under one former name and one former flag. Over the last 36 months it has had 4 port state control (PSC) inspections and no detentions. The most recent inspection was on 18 September 2026.
- Type: Asphalt/Bitumen Tanker
- Flag: Marshall Islands
- Year built: 2012
- MMSI: 538004558
- Call sign: V7XS3
- Gross tonnage: 10491
- Deadweight: 14484 t
- Length overall: 140 m
- Beam: 21 m
- Port State Control (PSC) inspections: 35 since 2012
- PSC detentions in the last 36 months: 0
- Last PSC detention: 13/03/2018, Brisbane (Indian Ocean MoU / Tokyo MoU)
- Last PSC inspection: 18/09/2026
- Registered owner: ASPHALT SPIRIT PTE LTD (Latvia)
- Ship manager · ISM manager: LSC SIA (Latvia)
- Last AIS position: 9°41.0′S · 035°43.6′W · Speed 0.0 kn · moored · received 12 October 2026 at 09:58 UTC
- Destination: Maceió (BR MCZ)
Frequently asked questions
What is the vessel type and age of ASPHALT SPIRIT?
ASPHALT SPIRIT is an Asphalt/Bitumen Tanker. It was built in 2012 and is currently in its 14th year of service.
What are the dimensions of ASPHALT SPIRIT?
The vessel has a length overall of 140 metres and a beam of 21 metres. It carries a deadweight tonnage of 14,484 metric tonnes.
Which classification society manages ASPHALT SPIRIT?
The vessel is classed by Bureau Veritas. This society is a member of the International Association of Classification Societies (IACS).
Where has ASPHALT SPIRIT been operating recently?
The vessel has been observed in the Mediterranean Sea and the South America East Coast. It has also been recorded in West Europe.
How many PSC inspections has the vessel undergone?
Over the last 36 months it has had 4 port state control (PSC) inspections and no detentions, with 2 deficiencies recorded. The most recent inspection was on 18 September 2026. All-time records show 35 inspections since 2012 and 3 detentions. The most recent detention was on 13 March 2018.
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