VL PROSPERITY (IMO 9683697)
VL PROSPERITY is a Crude Oil Tanker built in 2015 and flying the Liberia flag, placing it in its 11th year of service. The vessel reports a deadweight tonnage of 319,547, a gross tonnage of 161,770, and no length overall is provided. This large-capacity tanker is designed for significant crude oil transport operations. VL PROSPERITY is classed by Korean Register, which is an IACS member. The vessel has been observed in South East Asia, South America East Coast, and the North America West Coast over recent periods. It has previously operated under one former name and two former flag states. Over the last 36 months it has had 4 port state control (PSC) inspections and no detentions. The most recent inspection was on 24 June 2026.
- Type: Crude Oil Tanker
- Flag: Liberia
- Year built: 2015
- MMSI: 636023890
- Call sign: 5LPX8
- Gross tonnage: 161770
- Deadweight: 319547 t
- Length overall: 333 m
- Beam: 60 m
- Home port: MONROVIA
- Port State Control (PSC) inspections: 6 since 2018
- PSC detentions in the last 36 months: 0
- Last PSC inspection: 24/06/2026
- Registered owner · Ship manager: GMF GLV NO 4 SA (Liberia)
- Technical manager · ISM manager: HMM OCEAN SERVICE CO LTD (South Korea)
- Last AIS position: 28°31.1′N · 094°36.9′W · Speed 4.1 kn · at anchor · received 9 October 2026 at 07:49 UTC
- Destination: Galveston (US GLS) · ETA 9 October 2026 at 12:36 UTC (as broadcast by the vessel)
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Frequently asked questions
What is the vessel type and age of VL PROSPERITY?
VL PROSPERITY is a Crude Oil Tanker built in 2015. It is currently in its 11th year of service.
What are the capacity specifications for VL PROSPERITY?
The vessel has a deadweight tonnage of 319,547 metric tonnes. Its gross tonnage is recorded at 161,770.
Which classification society manages VL PROSPERITY?
The vessel is classed by Korean Register. This society is a recognized member of the International Association of Classification Societies (IACS).
What is the PSC inspection history for this vessel?
Over the last 36 months it has had 4 port state control (PSC) inspections and no detentions, with 3 deficiencies recorded. The most recent inspection was on 24 June 2026. All-time records show 6 inspections since 2018 and no detentions.
Where has VL PROSPERITY been recently observed?
The vessel has been tracked in several regions including South America East Coast and South East Asia. It has also been observed near the North America West Coast.
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