BUSAN PIONEER (IMO 9730957)
BUSAN PIONEER is a Chemical/Oil Products Tanker built in 2015 and flying the Korea (Republic of) flag, placing it in its 11th year of service. The vessel reports a deadweight tonnage of 3,497 metric tonnes, a gross tonnage of 2,696, and a length overall of 90 metres. This size profile is characteristic of specialized tankers used for regional product transport. BUSAN PIONEER is classed by Korean Register, which is an IACS member. The vessel has been observed in the Java Sea, Singapore Strait, and throughout East and South East Asia. It has previously operated under one former name and two former flag states. Over the last 36 months it has had 9 port state control (PSC) inspections and no detentions. The most recent inspection was on 15 June 2026.
- Type: Chemical/Oil Products Tanker
- Flag: Korea (Republic of)
- Year built: 2015
- MMSI: 441400000
- Call sign: D7WM
- Gross tonnage: 2696
- Deadweight: 3497 t
- Length overall: 90 m
- Beam: 14 m
- Home port: JEJU
- Port State Control (PSC) inspections: 22 since 2016
- PSC detentions in the last 36 months: 0
- Last PSC detention: 23/02/2018, Shanghai (Tokyo MoU)
- Last PSC inspection: 15/06/2026
- Registered owner: POSCO INTERNATIONAL CORP (South Korea)
- Ship manager: HEUNG-A SHIPPING CO LTD (South Korea)
- Technical manager · ISM manager: HEUNG-A MARINE CO LTD (South Korea)
- Last AIS position: 31°5.8′N · 123°55.0′E · Speed 8.0 kn · under way · received 18 October 2026 at 05:50 UTC
- Destination: To be nominated
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Frequently asked questions
What is the vessel type and age of BUSAN PIONEER?
BUSAN PIONEER 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 BUSAN PIONEER?
The vessel has a length overall of 90 metres and a beam of 14 metres. It carries a deadweight tonnage of 3,497 metric tonnes.
Which classification society maintains BUSAN PIONEER?
The vessel is classed by Korean Register. This society is a recognized member of the International Association of Classification Societies (IACS).
Where has BUSAN PIONEER been recently operating?
The vessel has been observed in the Java Sea and the Singapore Strait. It also maintains a presence across East Asia and South East Asia.
What is the PSC inspection history for this vessel?
Over the last 36 months it has had 9 port state control (PSC) inspections and no detentions, with 6 deficiencies recorded. The most recent inspection was on 15 June 2026. All-time records show 22 inspections since 2016 and 1 detention. The most recent detention was on 23 February 2018.
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