BW VOLANS (IMO 9735660)
BW VOLANS is a LPG Tanker built in 2016 and flying the Isle of Man flag, placing it in its 10th year of service. The vessel reports a deadweight tonnage of 54,116 metric tonnes, a gross tonnage of 47,922, and a length overall of 225.122 metres. This vessel is configured for the transport of liquefied gases. BW VOLANS is classed by DNV, which is a member of the International Association of Classification Societies (IACS). The vessel has been observed in East Asia, the North America West Coast, and the Gulf of Mexico. It has previously operated under one former name and one former flag. Over the last 36 months it has had 3 port state control (PSC) inspections and no detentions. The most recent inspection was on 10 December 2025.
- Type: LPG Tanker
- Flag: Isle of Man
- Year built: 2016
- MMSI: 235115082
- Call sign: 2JDT6
- Gross tonnage: 47922
- Deadweight: 54116 t
- Length overall: 225.122 m
- Beam: 36.594 m
- Home port: DOUGLAS
- Port State Control (PSC) inspections: 15 since 2016
- PSC detentions in the last 36 months: 0
- Last PSC inspection: 10/12/2025
- Registered owner: BW OKPO PTE LTD (Singapore)
- Ship manager: BW LNG AS (Norway)
- ISM manager · DOC holder: BW LPG FLEET MANAGEMENT AS (Norway)
- Last AIS position: 29°25.5′N · 093°37.8′W · Speed 0.1 kn · at anchor · received 12 October 2026 at 18:06 UTC
- Destination: US NDX
Frequently asked questions
What is the vessel type and age of BW VOLANS?
BW VOLANS is an LPG Tanker built in 2016. It is currently in its 10th year of service.
What are the dimensions of BW VOLANS?
The vessel has a length overall of 225.122 metres and a beam of 36.594 metres. Its maximum recorded draught is 12.022 metres.
Which classification society maintains BW VOLANS?
The vessel is classed by DNV, which is an IACS member. Its current class status is listed as Delivered.
What is the deadweight capacity of this tanker?
BW VOLANS has a deadweight tonnage of 54,116 metric tonnes. The gross tonnage for the vessel is 47,922.
How many inspections has the vessel undergone recently?
Over the last 36 months it has had 3 port state control (PSC) inspections and no detentions, with no deficiencies recorded. The most recent inspection was on 10 December 2025. All-time records show 15 inspections since 2016 and no detentions.
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