RIGEL (IMO 9685891)
RIGEL is a Chemical/Oil Products Tanker built in 2017 and flying the Tuvalu flag, placing it in its ninth year of service. The vessel reports a deadweight tonnage of 28,005 metric tonnes and a gross tonnage of 19,363. This capacity is typical for tankers engaged in regional chemical or oil product transport. RIGEL is classed by Bureau Veritas, which is a member of the International Association of Classification Societies (IACS). The vessel has been observed in North Europe, the Malacca and Singapore Straits, and across East and South East Asia. It has previously operated under two different flag states and has been known by four former names. Over the last 36 months it has had 9 port state control (PSC) inspections and no detentions. The most recent inspection was on 2 March 2026.
- Type: Chemical/Oil Products Tanker
- Flag: Tuvalu
- Year built: 2017
- MMSI: 572116220
- Call sign: T2DP5
- Gross tonnage: 19363
- Deadweight: 28005 t
- Port State Control (PSC) inspections: 28 since 2017
- PSC detentions in the last 36 months: 0
- Last PSC inspection: 02/03/2026
- Registered owner: DAVINA SHIPPING CO PTE LTD
- Ship manager: RAFFLES SHIPPING INTL PTE LTD
- ISM manager: RAFFLES TECHNICAL SERVICES
- Last AIS position: 3°38.0′N · 100°15.5′E · Speed 10.5 kn · under way · received 9 October 2026 at 16:41 UTC
- Destination: Haldia (IN HAL) · ETA 15 October 2026 at 00:01 UTC (as broadcast by the vessel)
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Frequently asked questions
What is the vessel type of RIGEL?
RIGEL is a Chemical/Oil Products Tanker. It was built in 2017 and is currently in its ninth year of service.
What are the tonnage specifications for RIGEL?
The vessel has a deadweight tonnage of 28,005 metric tonnes. Its gross tonnage is recorded at 19,363.
Which classification society maintains RIGEL?
RIGEL is classed by Bureau Veritas. This society is a recognized member of the International Association of Classification Societies (IACS).
Where has RIGEL been recently observed?
The vessel has been active in North Europe and the Malacca and Singapore Straits. It has also been observed in East Asia and South East Asia.
How many PSC inspections has the vessel undergone?
Over the last 36 months it has had 9 port state control (PSC) inspections and no detentions, with 9 deficiencies recorded. The most recent inspection was on 2 March 2026. All-time records show 28 inspections since 2017 and no detentions.
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