LOUIS (IMO 9717412)
LOUIS is a LPG Tanker built in 2015 and flying the Panama flag, placing it in its 11th year of service. The vessel reports a deadweight tonnage of 6,416 metric tonnes and a gross tonnage of 5,849. This vessel is configured for the transport of liquefied petroleum gas. LOUIS is classed by Nippon Kaiji Kyokai, which is an IACS member. The vessel has been observed in West Africa and South Africa 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 17 March 2025.
- Type: LPG Tanker
- Flag: Panama
- Year built: 2015
- MMSI: 357751000
- Call sign: 3FJK3
- Gross tonnage: 5849
- Deadweight: 6416 t
- Port State Control (PSC) inspections: 18 since 2015
- PSC detentions in the last 36 months: 0
- Last PSC inspection: 17/03/2025
- Registered owner: FUJI/HAKUSHIN/TACHIBNAYA (Switzerland)
- Ship manager: GEOGAS TRADING SA (Switzerland)
- ISM manager: SWAN SHIPPING CORP (Philippines)
- Last AIS position: 12°18.6′S · 013°34.1′E · Speed 0.1 kn · received 12 September 2026 at 05:02 UTC
- Destination: To be nominated
Frequently asked questions
What type of vessel is LOUIS?
LOUIS is an LPG Tanker. It was built in 2015 and is currently in its 11th year of service.
What are the tonnage specifications for LOUIS?
The vessel has a deadweight tonnage of 6,416 metric tonnes. Its gross tonnage is recorded at 5,849.
Which classification society maintains LOUIS?
The vessel is classed by Nippon Kaiji Kyokai. This society is a recognized member of the International Association of Classification Societies (IACS).
Where has LOUIS been recently observed?
The vessel has been observed in West Africa and South Africa. These regions represent its most recent recorded geographic activity.
How many PSC inspections has the vessel undergone?
Over the last 36 months it has had 4 port state control (PSC) inspections and no detentions, with no deficiencies recorded. The most recent inspection was on 17 March 2025. All-time records show 18 inspections since 2015 and no detentions.
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