KOBE PIONIER (IMO 9747261)
KOBE PIONIER is a Chemical/Oil Products Tanker built in 2016 and flying the Faroe Islands flag, placing it in its 10th year of service. The vessel reports a deadweight tonnage of 3,499 metric tonnes, a gross tonnage of 2,696, and a length overall of 90 metres. This size and type suggest its use in specialized liquid cargo transport. KOBE PIONIER is classed by Korean Register, which is an IACS member. The vessel has been observed in the Mediterranean Sea, North Europe, and West Europe over recent periods. It has previously operated under two former names and three different 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 19 December 2025.
- Type: Chemical/Oil Products Tanker
- Flag: Faroe Islands
- Year built: 2016
- MMSI: 231917000
- Call sign: OZ2237
- Gross tonnage: 2696
- Deadweight: 3499 t
- Length overall: 90 m
- Beam: 14 m
- Port State Control (PSC) inspections: 25 since 2016
- PSC detentions in the last 36 months: 0
- Last PSC detention: 18/03/2023, Changshu (Tokyo MoU)
- Last PSC inspection: 19/12/2025
- Registered owner: KOBE SP/F (Poland)
- Ship manager · ISM manager: ARCTURUS SP Z OO (Poland)
- Last AIS position: 56°17.5′N · 016°58.9′E · Speed 12.3 kn · under way · received 11 October 2026 at 06:16 UTC
- Destination: Sundsvall (SE SDL) · ETA 12 October 2026 at 17:00 UTC (as broadcast by the vessel)
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Frequently asked questions
What is the vessel type and age of KOBE PIONIER?
KOBE PIONIER is a Chemical/Oil Products Tanker. It was built in 2016 and is currently in its 10th year of service.
What are the dimensions of KOBE PIONIER?
The vessel has a length overall of 90 metres and a beam of 14 metres. It carries a deadweight tonnage of 3,499 metric tonnes.
Which classification society manages KOBE PIONIER?
The vessel is classed by the Korean Register, which is an IACS member. Its current classification status is listed as Withdrawn.
Where has KOBE PIONIER been operating recently?
The vessel has been observed in the Mediterranean Sea, North Europe, and West Europe. These regions represent its most recent geographic activity.
What is the PSC inspection history for KOBE PIONIER?
Over the last 36 months it has had 9 port state control (PSC) inspections and no detentions, with 31 deficiencies recorded. The most recent inspection was on 19 December 2025. All-time records show 25 inspections since 2016 and 1 detention. The most recent detention was on 18 March 2023.
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