TAUGAS (IMO 9675080)
TAUGAS is a LPG Tanker built in 2015 and flying the Antigua and Barbuda flag, placing it in its 11th year of service. The vessel reports a deadweight tonnage of 14,999 metric tonnes, a gross tonnage of 13,549, and a length overall of 146.2 metres. This vessel is configured for the transport of liquefied petroleum gas. TAUGAS is classed by DNV, which is a member of the International Association of Classification Societies (IACS). The vessel has been observed in West Europe, North Europe, and East Africa over recent periods. It has previously operated under one former name and two former flag states. Over the last 36 months it has had 5 port state control (PSC) inspections and no detentions. The most recent inspection was on 15 January 2026.
- Type: LPG Tanker
- Flag: Antigua and Barbuda
- Year built: 2015
- MMSI: 304067000
- Call sign: V2GS2
- Gross tonnage: 13549
- Deadweight: 14999 t
- Length overall: 146.2 m
- Beam: 22.6 m
- Home port: ST. JOHN'S
- Port State Control (PSC) inspections: 18 since 2015
- PSC detentions in the last 36 months: 0
- Last PSC inspection: 15/01/2026
- Registered owner: TAUGAS SCHIFFFAHRTS GMBH & CO (Germany)
- Ship manager · ISM manager · DOC holder: SLOMAN NEPTUN SCHIFFAHRTS (Germany)
- Last AIS position: 23°57.4′S · 049°48.6′E · Speed 12.2 kn · under way · received 10 October 2026 at 00:02 UTC
- Destination: Cape Town (ZA CPT) · ETA 16 October 2026 at 12:33 UTC (as broadcast by the vessel)
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Frequently asked questions
What is the vessel type and capacity of TAUGAS?
TAUGAS is an LPG Tanker designed for liquefied gas transport. It has a deadweight tonnage of 14,999 metric tonnes and a gross tonnage of 13,549.
Who is the classification society for TAUGAS?
The vessel is classed by DNV, which is an IACS member. Its current class status is listed as Delivered with specific notations for ice class 1C and liquefied gas transport.
What are the dimensions of TAUGAS?
The vessel has a length overall of 146.2 metres and a beam of 22.6 metres. It operates with a maximum draught of 9.254 metres.
What is the PSC inspection history of TAUGAS?
Over the last 36 months it has had 5 port state control (PSC) inspections and no detentions, with 2 deficiencies recorded. The most recent inspection was on 15 January 2026. All-time records show 18 inspections since 2015 and no detentions.
Where has TAUGAS been recently observed?
The vessel has been recorded in several regions including West Europe and North Europe. It has also been observed in East Africa and South East Asia.
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