BOCHEM BUCEPHALAS (IMO 9760550)
BOCHEM BUCEPHALAS is a Chemical/Oil Products Tanker built in 2017 and flying the Hong Kong, China flag, placing it in its ninth year of service. The vessel reports a deadweight tonnage of 25,086, a gross tonnage of 16,202, and no length overall is provided. This vessel is configured for the transport of chemical and oil products. BOCHEM BUCEPHALAS is classed by the American Bureau of Shipping, which is an IACS member. The vessel has been observed in East Asia, South East Asia, and across broader East Asian waters over recent periods. It has previously operated under two former names and one former flag. Over the last 36 months it has had 7 port state control (PSC) inspections and no detentions. The most recent inspection was on 1 October 2026.
- Type: Chemical/Oil Products Tanker
- Flag: Hong Kong, China
- Year built: 2017
- MMSI: 477142400
- Call sign: VRQY6
- Gross tonnage: 16202
- Deadweight: 25086 t
- Port State Control (PSC) inspections: 22 since 2017
- PSC detentions in the last 36 months: 0
- Last PSC inspection: 01/10/2026
- Registered owner: WORLD STAR SHIPPING SA (Greece)
- Ship manager: MOL CHEMICAL TANKERS PTE LTD
- ISM manager: ANGLO-EASTERN SHIPMANAGEMENT S
- Last AIS position: 33°35.5′S · 003°50.8′E · Speed 11.4 kn · under way · received 16 October 2026 at 05:53 UTC
- Destination: Maputo (MZ MPM) · ETA 23 October 2026 at 10:22 UTC (as broadcast by the vessel)
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Frequently asked questions
What is the vessel type of BOCHEM BUCEPHALAS?
BOCHEM BUCEPHALAS is a Chemical/Oil Products Tanker. It was built in 2017 and is currently in its ninth year of service.
What are the capacity specifications for this tanker?
The vessel has a deadweight tonnage of 25,086 metric tonnes. Its gross tonnage is recorded at 16,202.
Which classification society maintains this vessel?
The vessel is classed by the American Bureau of Shipping. This society is a member of the International Association of Classification Societies (IACS).
What is the PSC inspection history for BOCHEM BUCEPHALAS?
Over the last 36 months it has had 7 port state control (PSC) inspections and no detentions, with 3 deficiencies recorded. The most recent inspection was on 1 October 2026. All-time records show 22 inspections since 2017 and no detentions.
Where has the vessel been operating recently?
The vessel has been observed in East Asia and South East Asia. These regions represent its primary recent geographic areas of operation.
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