BW BALDER (IMO 9732527)
BW BALDER is a LPG Tanker built in 2016 and flying the Marshall Islands flag, placing it in its 10th year of service. The vessel reports a deadweight tonnage of 54,053 metric tonnes, a gross tonnage of 47,965, and a length overall of 225.216 metres. This vessel is configured for the transport of liquefied gases. BW BALDER is classed by DNV, which is a member of the International Association of Classification Societies. The vessel has been observed in the Malacca Strait, Singapore Strait, East Asia, and the Gulf of Mexico. It has previously operated under two former names and one former flag state. Over the last 36 months it has had 6 port state control (PSC) inspections and no detentions. The most recent inspection was on 15 September 2026.
- Type: LPG Tanker
- Flag: Marshall Islands
- Year built: 2016
- MMSI: 538006835
- Call sign: V7CB3
- Gross tonnage: 47965
- Deadweight: 54053 t
- Length overall: 225.216 m
- Beam: 36.6 m
- Home port: MAJURO
- Port State Control (PSC) inspections: 18 since 2016
- PSC detentions in the last 36 months: 0
- Last PSC inspection: 15/09/2026
- Registered owner: BW CONSTELLATION II PTE LTD
- Ship manager: BW LPG PTE LTD (Norway)
- ISM manager · DOC holder: BW LPG FLEET MANAGEMENT AS (Norway)
- Last AIS position: 4°5.7′S · 082°10.8′E · Speed 15.0 kn · under way · received 13 October 2026 at 08:59 UTC
- Destination: PORT FREEPORT · ETA 13 November 2026 at 09:33 UTC (as broadcast by the vessel)
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Frequently asked questions
What is the vessel type and age of BW BALDER?
BW BALDER is an LPG Tanker built in 2016. It is currently in its 10th year of service.
What are the dimensions of BW BALDER?
The vessel has a length overall of 225.216 metres and a beam of 36.6 metres. It operates with a maximum draught of 12.022 metres.
Which classification society maintains BW BALDER?
The vessel is classed by DNV, which is an IACS member. Its current class status is listed as Delivered.
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 6 deficiencies recorded. The most recent inspection was on 15 September 2026. All-time records show 18 inspections since 2016 and no detentions.
Where has BW BALDER been recently observed?
The vessel has been seen in the Malacca Strait and Singapore Strait. Other recent areas of operation include East Asia and the Gulf of Mexico.
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