POLAR BRIGHT (IMO 9732395)
POLAR BRIGHT is a Crude Oil Tanker built in 2018 and flying the Marshall Islands flag, placing it in its eighth year of service. The vessel reports a deadweight tonnage of 109,999 metric tonnes, a gross tonnage of 62,632, and a length overall of 250 metres. This capacity and dimension profile is typical for tankers engaged in medium to large scale crude oil transport. POLAR BRIGHT is classed by the Korean Register, which is an IACS member. The vessel has been observed in the Singapore Strait, West Africa, and South East Asia 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 22 March 2026.
- Type: Crude Oil Tanker
- Flag: Marshall Islands
- Year built: 2018
- MMSI: 538007916
- Call sign: V7OY9
- Gross tonnage: 62632
- Deadweight: 109999 t
- Length overall: 250 m
- Beam: 44 m
- Home port: MAJURO
- Port State Control (PSC) inspections: 12 since 2018
- PSC detentions in the last 36 months: 0
- Last PSC inspection: 22/03/2026
- Registered owner: GMF BRIGHT SA (South Korea)
- Ship manager: POLARIS SHIPPING CO LTD-KRS (South Korea)
- Technical manager · ISM manager: HMM OCEAN SERVICE CO LTD (South Korea)
- Last AIS position: 49°28.1′N · 000°9.2′E · Speed 0.0 kn · moored · received 15 October 2026 at 23:06 UTC
- Destination: Le Havre (FR LEH)
Frequently asked questions
What is the vessel type and age of POLAR BRIGHT?
POLAR BRIGHT is a Crude Oil Tanker built in 2018. It is currently in its eighth year of service.
What are the dimensions of POLAR BRIGHT?
The vessel has a length overall of 250 metres and a beam of 44 metres. These dimensions support its 109,999 DWT capacity.
Which classification society manages POLAR BRIGHT?
The vessel is classed by the Korean Register. This society is a recognized 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 9 deficiencies recorded. The most recent inspection was on 22 March 2026. All-time records show 12 inspections since 2018 and no detentions.
Where has POLAR BRIGHT been recently observed?
The vessel has been recorded in the Singapore Strait and West Africa. It has also been observed operating within South East Asia.
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