ZHUANG YUAN AO is an Asphalt/Bitumen Tanker built in 2012 and flying the Hong Kong, China flag, placing it in its 14th year of service. The vessel reports a deadweight tonnage of 12,000 metric tonnes, a gross tonnage of 9,963, and a length overall of 144 metres. This vessel is configured for the specialized transport of bitumen and asphalt products. ZHUANG YUAN AO is classed by Bureau Veritas, which is an IACS member. The vessel has been observed in West Europe, the Mediterranean Sea, and South Asia over recent periods. It has previously operated under one former name and one former flag. Over the last 36 months it has had 13 port state control (PSC) inspections and no detentions. The most recent inspection was on 3 July 2026.
ZHUANG YUAN AO is an Asphalt/Bitumen Tanker. It was built in 2012 and is currently in its 14th year of service.
The vessel has a length overall of 144 metres and a beam of 22 metres. It carries a deadweight tonnage of 12,000 metric tonnes.
The vessel is classed by Bureau Veritas. This society is a member of the International Association of Classification Societies (IACS).
The vessel has been active in West Europe and the Mediterranean Sea. It has also been observed in the South Asia region.
Over the last 36 months it has had 13 port state control (PSC) inspections and no detentions, with 58 deficiencies recorded. The most recent inspection was on 3 July 2026. All-time records show 48 inspections since 2012 and 2 detentions. The most recent detention was on 11 May 2022.
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