FLEX RAINBOW (IMO 9709037)
FLEX RAINBOW is a LNG Tanker built in 2018 and flying the Marshall Islands flag, placing it in its 8th year of service. The vessel reports a deadweight tonnage of 88,684 metric tonnes and a gross tonnage of 115,174. This capacity is characteristic of specialized liquefied gas carriers used in global energy transport. FLEX RAINBOW is classed by the American Bureau of Shipping, which is an IACS member. The vessel has been observed in the Mediterranean Sea, West Europe, and the Gulf of Mexico over recent periods. It has previously operated under one former name and one former flag. Over the last 36 months it has had 4 port state control (PSC) inspections and no detentions. The most recent inspection was on 29 March 2026.
- Type: LNG Tanker
- Flag: Marshall Islands
- Year built: 2018
- MMSI: 538007620
- Call sign: V7HJ7
- Gross tonnage: 115174
- Deadweight: 88684 t
- Port State Control (PSC) inspections: 12 since 2018
- PSC detentions in the last 36 months: 0
- Last PSC inspection: 29/03/2026
- Registered owner: LS-MHL13 CO LTD (United Kingdom)
- Ship manager: FLEX LNG MANAGEMENT (United Kingdom)
- ISM manager: FLEX LNG FLEET MANAGEMENT AS (Norway)
- Last AIS position: 34°45.3′N · 044°5.1′W · Speed 14.2 kn · under way · received 7 October 2026 at 21:30 UTC
- Destination: Sabine Pass (US NSS) · ETA 15 October 2026 at 07:47 UTC (as broadcast by the vessel)
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Frequently asked questions
What is the vessel type and age of FLEX RAINBOW?
FLEX RAINBOW is an LNG Tanker built in 2018. It is currently in its 8th year of service.
What are the tonnage specifications for FLEX RAINBOW?
The vessel has a deadweight tonnage of 88,684 metric tonnes. Its gross tonnage is recorded at 115,174.
Which classification society covers FLEX RAINBOW?
The vessel is classed by the American Bureau of Shipping. This society is a 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 4 deficiencies recorded. The most recent inspection was on 29 March 2026. All-time records show 12 inspections since 2018 and no detentions.
Where has FLEX RAINBOW been recently observed?
The vessel has been active in several regions including the Mediterranean Sea and West Europe. It has also been observed in the Gulf of Mexico and the North America East Coast.
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