BW CHINOOK (IMO 9689536)
BW CHINOOK is a LPG Tanker built in 2015 and flying the India flag, placing it in its 11th year of service. The vessel reports a deadweight tonnage of 53,660 metric tonnes, a gross tonnage of 46,789, and a length overall of 226 metres. This vessel is configured for the transport of liquefied petroleum gases. BW CHINOOK is classed by the Indian Register of Shipping, which is an IACS member. The vessel has been observed in South Asia, South Africa, and the Middle America and Gulf of Mexico regions. It has previously operated under two different names and two different flags. Over the last 36 months it has had 6 port state control (PSC) inspections and no detentions. The most recent inspection was on 26 September 2026.
- Type: LPG Tanker
- Flag: India
- Year built: 2015
- MMSI: 419002041
- Call sign: ATEI2
- Gross tonnage: 46789
- Deadweight: 53660 t
- Length overall: 226 m
- Beam: 36.6 m
- Home port: KOCHI
- Port State Control (PSC) inspections: 25 since 2015
- PSC detentions in the last 36 months: 0
- Last PSC inspection: 26/09/2026
- Registered owner · Ship manager: BW GLOBAL UNITED LPG (India)
- ISM manager: SYNERGY OCEANIC SERVICES INDIA (India)
- Last AIS position: 13°6.3′N · 059°42.5′W · Speed 4.6 kn · under way · received 6 October 2026 at 13:26 UTC
- Destination: Mumbai (BOM) (IN BOM) · ETA 6 November 2026 at 05:00 UTC (as broadcast by the vessel)
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Frequently asked questions
What is the vessel type and age of BW CHINOOK?
BW CHINOOK is an LPG Tanker built in 2015. It is currently in its 11th year of service.
What are the dimensions of BW CHINOOK?
The vessel has a length overall of 226 metres and a beam of 36.6 metres. It operates with a maximum draught of 12.1 metres.
What engine specifications does the vessel have?
The vessel is powered by a 6S60ME-C8.2 main engine. This engine provides a power output of 12,400 kW.
How many PSC inspections has the vessel undergone?
Over the last 36 months it has had 6 port state control (PSC) inspections and no detentions; the deficiency count is reported for 5 of them. The most recent inspection was on 26 September 2026. All-time records show 25 inspections since 2015 and no detentions.
What is the classification of BW CHINOOK?
The vessel is classed by the Indian Register of Shipping. This society is a member of the International Association of Classification Societies (IACS).
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