CHEM ARGON (IMO 9716004)
CHEM ARGON is a Chemical/Oil Products Tanker built in 2016 and flying the Liberia flag, placing it in its 10th year of service. The vessel reports a deadweight tonnage of 19,993 metric tonnes, a gross tonnage of 11,918, and a length overall of 147 metres. This size profile is typical for specialized chemical and oil product transport. CHEM ARGON is classed by Nippon Kaiji Kyokai, which is an IACS member. The vessel has been observed in West Europe, the North America East Coast, and the Gulf of Mexico over recent periods. It has previously operated under two former names and two former flag states. Over the last 36 months it has had 6 port state control (PSC) inspections and no detentions. The most recent inspection was on 30 January 2026.
- Type: Chemical/Oil Products Tanker
- Flag: Liberia
- Year built: 2016
- MMSI: 636019198
- Call sign: D5TK2
- Gross tonnage: 11918
- Deadweight: 19993 t
- Length overall: 147 m
- Beam: 24 m
- Port State Control (PSC) inspections: 27 since 2016
- PSC detentions in the last 36 months: 0
- Last PSC inspection: 30/01/2026
- Registered owner · Ship manager: CHEM ARGON SA (Liberia)
- ISM manager: ASM MARITIME BV (Netherlands)
- Last AIS position: 26°9.0′N · 079°23.7′W · Speed 15.4 kn · under way · received 10 October 2026 at 07:06 UTC
- Destination: Antwerp (BE ANR) · ETA 23 October 2026 at 07:00 UTC (as broadcast by the vessel)
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Frequently asked questions
What is the vessel type and age of CHEM ARGON?
CHEM ARGON is a Chemical/Oil Products Tanker built in 2016. It is currently in its 10th year of service.
What are the dimensions of CHEM ARGON?
The vessel has a length overall of 147 metres and a beam of 24 metres. It carries a deadweight tonnage of 19,993 metric tonnes.
Which classification society manages CHEM ARGON?
The vessel is classed by Nippon Kaiji Kyokai. This society is a confirmed 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 6 port state control (PSC) inspections and no detentions, with 12 deficiencies recorded. The most recent inspection was on 30 January 2026. All-time records show 27 inspections since 2016 and no detentions.
Where has CHEM ARGON been recently observed?
The vessel has been recorded in West Europe and the North America East Coast. It has also been observed in the Middle America and Gulf of Mexico regions.
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