ARDMORE DEFENDER (IMO 9707390)
ARDMORE DEFENDER is a Chemical/Oil Products Tanker built in 2015 and flying the Marshall Islands flag, placing it in its 11th year of service. The vessel reports a deadweight tonnage of 37,764 metric tonnes, a gross tonnage of 23,702, and a length overall of 184 metres. This size and type suggest its role in the transport of liquid chemical and petroleum products. ARDMORE DEFENDER is classed by the American Bureau of Shipping, which is a member of the International Association of Classification Societies. The vessel has been observed in East Asia, the Mediterranean Sea, and West Africa over recent periods. It has previously operated under one former name and one former flag. Over the last 36 months it has had 8 port state control (PSC) inspections and no detentions. The most recent inspection was on 4 August 2026.
- Type: Chemical/Oil Products Tanker
- Flag: Marshall Islands
- Year built: 2015
- MMSI: 538005869
- Call sign: V7HS5
- Gross tonnage: 23702
- Deadweight: 37764 t
- Length overall: 184 m
- Beam: 28 m
- Port State Control (PSC) inspections: 35 since 2015
- PSC detentions in the last 36 months: 0
- Last PSC inspection: 04/08/2026
- Registered owner: LUNDY SHIPCO LLC (Majuro MH Marshall Islands)
- Ship manager: ARDMORE SHIPPING BERMUDA LTD (Bermuda)
- ISM manager: ANGLO ARDMORE SHIP MANAGEMENT
- Last AIS position: 49°28.3′N · 000°7.4′E · Speed 0.0 kn · moored · received 16 October 2026 at 17:52 UTC
- Destination: Le Havre (FR LEH)
Frequently asked questions
What is the vessel type and age of ARDMORE DEFENDER?
ARDMORE DEFENDER is a Chemical/Oil Products Tanker. It was built in 2015 and is currently in its 11th year of service.
What are the dimensions of ARDMORE DEFENDER?
The vessel has a length overall of 184 metres and a beam of 28 metres. It carries a deadweight tonnage of 37,764 metric tonnes.
Which classification society manages ARDMORE DEFENDER?
The vessel is classed by the American Bureau of Shipping. This society is a recognized member of the International Association of Classification Societies (IACS).
Where has ARDMORE DEFENDER been operating recently?
The vessel has been observed in East Asia, the Mediterranean Sea, and West Africa. These regions represent its most recent recorded geographic areas of operation.
What is the port-state-control record for this vessel?
Over the last 36 months it has had 8 port state control (PSC) inspections and no detentions; the deficiency count is reported for 7 of them. The most recent inspection was on 4 August 2026. All-time records show 35 inspections since 2015 and no detentions.
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