COPERNICUS (IMO 9706516)
COPERNICUS is a LPG Tanker built in 2015 and flying the Bahamas flag, placing it in its 11th year of service. The vessel reports a deadweight tonnage of 54,656 metric tonnes, a gross tonnage of 48,963, and a length overall of 226.085 metres. This vessel is configured for the transport of liquefied gases. COPERNICUS is classed by DNV, which is a member of the International Association of Classification Societies. The vessel has been observed in the Indian Ocean, the Java Sea, and South East Asia over recent periods. It has previously operated under two former names and one former flag state. Over the last 36 months it has had 4 port state control (PSC) inspections and no detentions. The most recent inspection was on 3 December 2025.
- Type: LPG Tanker
- Flag: Bahamas
- Year built: 2015
- MMSI: 311000375
- Call sign: C6BV4
- Gross tonnage: 48963
- Deadweight: 54656 t
- Length overall: 226.085 m
- Beam: 36.595 m
- Home port: NASSAU
- Port State Control (PSC) inspections: 21 since 2016
- PSC detentions in the last 36 months: 0
- Last PSC inspection: 03/12/2025
- Registered owner: OCEAN TRANSIT CARRIER SA (Japan)
- Ship manager · ISM manager: DORIAN LPG MANAGEMENT CORP (Greece)
- Last AIS position: 29°5.0′N · 094°41.8′W · Speed 0.1 kn · at anchor · received 10 October 2026 at 19:07 UTC
- Destination: USFPO > GOLA
Frequently asked questions
What is the vessel type and age of COPERNICUS?
COPERNICUS is an LPG Tanker built in 2015. It is currently in its 11th year of service.
What are the dimensions of COPERNICUS?
The vessel has a length overall of 226.085 metres and a beam of 36.595 metres. It operates with a maximum draught of 11.824 metres.
Which classification society maintains COPERNICUS?
The vessel is classed by DNV, which is an IACS member. Its current class status is listed as Delivered.
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 2 deficiencies recorded. The most recent inspection was on 3 December 2025. All-time records show 21 inspections since 2016 and no detentions.
Where has COPERNICUS been recently observed?
The vessel has been recorded in the Indian Ocean, South East Asia, and East Africa. These observations cover various recent trading periods.
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