PAPUA (IMO 9613135)
PAPUA is a LNG Tanker built in 2015 and flying the Hong Kong, China flag, placing it in its 11th year of service. The vessel reports a deadweight tonnage of 100,030, a gross tonnage of 114,238, and a length overall of 290 metres. This vessel is configured for the transport of liquefied natural gas. PAPUA is classed by the American Bureau of Shipping, which is an IACS member. The vessel has been observed in East Asia, the New Guinea Pacific, and South East Asia over recent periods. 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 7 October 2025.
- Type: LNG Tanker
- Flag: Hong Kong, China
- Year built: 2015
- MMSI: 477518900
- Call sign: VRNH4
- Gross tonnage: 114238
- Deadweight: 100030 t
- Length overall: 290 m
- Beam: 45 m
- Port State Control (PSC) inspections: 12 since 2017
- PSC detentions in the last 36 months: 0
- Last PSC inspection: 07/10/2025
- Registered owner: AQUARIUS LNG SHIPPING LTD (United Kingdom)
- Ship manager: MOL EUROPE AFRICA LTD (United Kingdom)
- ISM manager: MOL GLOBAL SHIP MANAGEMENT PTE
- Last AIS position: 33°42.8′N · 127°42.7′E · Speed 12.5 kn · under way · received 14 October 2026 at 08:33 UTC
- Destination: Port Moresby (PG POM) · ETA 23 October 2026 at 13:53 UTC (as broadcast by the vessel)
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Frequently asked questions
What is the vessel type and age of PAPUA?
PAPUA is an LNG Tanker built in 2015. It is currently in its 11th year of service.
What are the dimensions of PAPUA?
The vessel has a length overall of 290 metres and a beam of 45 metres. These dimensions support its capacity as a 100,030 DWT tanker.
Which classification society manages PAPUA?
The vessel is classed by the American Bureau of Shipping. This society is a member of the International Association of Classification Societies (IACS).
Where has PAPUA been recently observed?
The vessel has been active in the New Guinea Pacific and South East Asia. It has also been recorded in the Australia and New Zealand regions.
What is the PSC inspection history for PAPUA?
Over the last 36 months it has had 4 port state control (PSC) inspections and no detentions; the deficiency count is reported for 1 of them. The most recent inspection was on 7 October 2025. All-time records show 12 inspections since 2017 and no detentions.
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