GASCHEM ORCA (IMO 9743916)
GASCHEM ORCA is a LPG Tanker built in 2017 and flying the Portugal (MAR) flag, placing it in its ninth year of service. The vessel reports a deadweight tonnage of 25,266 metric tonnes, a gross tonnage of 28,580, and a length overall of 188.272 metres. This vessel is configured for the transport of liquefied gases. GASCHEM ORCA is classed by DNV, which is a member of the International Association of Classification Societies (IACS). The vessel has been observed in the North America West Coast, Middle America and Gulf of Mexico, and East Asia regions. It has previously operated under one former name and two former flag states. Over the last 36 months it has had 5 port state control (PSC) inspections and no detentions. The most recent inspection was on 28 May 2026.
- Type: LPG Tanker
- Flag: Portugal (MAR)
- Year built: 2017
- MMSI: 255916563
- Call sign: CQ2872
- Gross tonnage: 28580
- Deadweight: 25266 t
- Length overall: 188.272 m
- Beam: 29.003 m
- Home port: Madeira
- Port State Control (PSC) inspections: 15 since 2017
- PSC detentions in the last 36 months: 0
- Last PSC inspection: 28/05/2026
- Registered owner: OCY ORCA LTD (Germany)
- Ship manager: GASCHEM SERVICES GMBH & CO KG (Germany)
- ISM manager · DOC holder: HARTMANN GAS CARRIERS GERMANY (Germany)
- Last AIS position: 8°32.4′N · 079°27.2′W · Speed 10.3 kn · under way · received 20 September 2026 at 06:56 UTC
- Destination: Cristóbal (PA CTB)
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Frequently asked questions
What is the vessel type and age of GASCHEM ORCA?
GASCHEM ORCA is an LPG Tanker built in 2017. It is currently in its ninth year of service.
What are the dimensions of GASCHEM ORCA?
The vessel has a length overall of 188.272 metres and a beam of 29.003 metres. It operates with a maximum draught of 10 metres.
Which classification society maintains GASCHEM ORCA?
The vessel is classed by DNV, which is an IACS member. Its current class notation is Liquefied gas carrier Type-2G BWM (D2) ERS IW NAV.
What is the cargo capacity of GASCHEM ORCA?
The vessel has a deadweight tonnage of 25,266 metric tonnes. Its gross tonnage is recorded at 28,580.
How many PSC inspections has the vessel undergone?
Over the last 36 months it has had 5 port state control (PSC) inspections and no detentions, with 1 deficiency recorded. The most recent inspection was on 28 May 2026. All-time records show 15 inspections since 2017 and no detentions.
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