BURGAN (IMO 9656022)
BURGAN is a Chemical/Oil Products Tanker built in 2014 and flying the Kuwait flag, placing it in its twelfth year of service. The vessel reports a deadweight tonnage of 46,330 metric tonnes and a gross tonnage of 31,445. This configuration is typical for tankers engaged in the transport of liquid chemical and oil products. BURGAN is classed by Nippon Kaiji Kyokai, which is an IACS member. The vessel has been observed in South Asia, East Africa, and South Africa over recent periods. It has previously operated under one former name and one former flag. Over the last 36 months it has had 2 port state control (PSC) inspections and no detentions. The most recent inspection was on 4 January 2026.
- Type: Chemical/Oil Products Tanker
- Flag: Kuwait
- Year built: 2014
- MMSI: 447180000
- Call sign: 9KFF
- Gross tonnage: 31445
- Deadweight: 46330 t
- Length overall: 186 m
- Beam: 32 m
- Port State Control (PSC) inspections: 10 since 2014
- PSC detentions in the last 36 months: 0
- Last PSC inspection: 04/01/2026
- Registered owner · Ship manager · ISM manager: KUWAIT OIL TANKER CO SAK (Kuwait)
- Last AIS position: 19°44.3′N · 057°51.7′E · Speed 0.2 kn · received 7 June 2026 at 22:30 UTC
- Destination: Duqm (OM DQM)
Frequently asked questions
What is the vessel type of BURGAN?
BURGAN is a Chemical/Oil Products Tanker. It was built in 2014 and is currently in its twelfth year of service.
What are the capacity specifications for BURGAN?
The vessel has a deadweight tonnage of 46,330 metric tonnes. Its gross tonnage is recorded at 31,445.
Which classification society manages BURGAN?
The vessel is classed by Nippon Kaiji Kyokai. This society is a member of the International Association of Classification Societies (IACS).
Where has BURGAN been recently observed?
The vessel has been active in South Asia and East Africa. It has also been recorded in the South Africa region.
How many PSC inspections has the vessel undergone?
Over the last 36 months it has had 2 port state control (PSC) inspections and no detentions. The most recent inspection was on 4 January 2026. All-time records show 10 inspections since 2014 and no detentions.
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