DIAMOND GAS ORCHID (IMO 9779226)
DIAMOND GAS ORCHID is a LNG Tanker built in 2018 and flying the Singapore flag, placing it in its eighth year of service. The vessel reports a deadweight tonnage of 94,028 metric tonnes and a gross tonnage of 144,828. This capacity is characteristic of specialized liquefied natural gas transport vessels used in global energy supply chains. DIAMOND GAS ORCHID is classed by the American Bureau of Shipping, which is an IACS member. The vessel has been observed in Middle America and the Gulf of Mexico, as well as East Asia and South East Asia. It has previously operated under one former name and two former flags. Over the last 36 months it has had 3 port state control (PSC) inspections and no detentions. The most recent inspection was on 13 May 2026.
- Type: LNG Tanker
- Flag: Singapore
- Year built: 2018
- MMSI: 563189600
- Call sign: 9V7872
- Gross tonnage: 144828
- Deadweight: 94028 t
- Port State Control (PSC) inspections: 13 since 2018
- PSC detentions in the last 36 months: 0
- Last PSC inspection: 13/05/2026
- Registered owner: DIAMOND LNG SHIPPING 1 PTE LTD (Japan)
- Ship manager · ISM manager: NYK LNG SHIPMANAGEMENT LTD (Japan)
- Last AIS position: 18°4.9′S · 116°15.2′E · Speed 15.8 kn · under way · received 15 October 2026 at 03:35 UTC
- Destination: Dampier (AU DAM) · ETA 16 October 2026 at 23:00 UTC (as broadcast by the vessel)
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Frequently asked questions
What is the vessel type and age of DIAMOND GAS ORCHID?
DIAMOND GAS ORCHID is an LNG Tanker built in 2018. It is currently in its eighth year of service.
What are the tonnage specifications for this vessel?
The vessel has a deadweight tonnage of 94,028 metric tonnes. Its gross tonnage is recorded at 144,828.
Which classification society maintains DIAMOND GAS ORCHID?
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 DIAMOND GAS ORCHID?
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 13 May 2026. All-time records show 13 inspections since 2018 and no detentions.
Where has DIAMOND GAS ORCHID been recently observed?
The vessel has been observed in the Gulf of Mexico and Middle America. It has also been tracked in East Asia and South East Asia.
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