CLIPPER VANGUARD (IMO 9789166)
CLIPPER VANGUARD is a LPG Tanker built in 2017 and flying the Norway (NIS) flag, placing it in its ninth year of service. The vessel reports a deadweight tonnage of 50,891 metric tonnes, a gross tonnage of 46,491, and a length overall of 229.99 metres. This vessel is configured for the transport of liquefied petroleum gas. CLIPPER VANGUARD is classed by DNV, which is an IACS member. The vessel has been observed in the Middle America and Gulf of Mexico, South Africa, and South East Asia regions. 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 22 April 2026.
- Type: LPG Tanker
- Flag: Norway (NIS)
- Year built: 2017
- MMSI: 259138000
- Call sign: LAZK7
- Gross tonnage: 46491
- Deadweight: 50891 t
- Length overall: 229.99 m
- Beam: 32.25 m
- Home port: STAVANGER
- Port State Control (PSC) inspections: 13 since 2017
- PSC detentions in the last 36 months: 0
- Last PSC inspection: 22/04/2026
- Registered owner: CLIPPER VANGUARD AS (Norway)
- Ship manager · ISM manager · DOC holder: SOLVANG ASA (Norway)
- Last AIS position: 35°35.8′S · 122°24.9′E · Speed 12.1 kn · at anchor · received 10 October 2026 at 20:52 UTC
- Destination: To be nominated
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Frequently asked questions
What is the vessel type and capacity of CLIPPER VANGUARD?
CLIPPER VANGUARD is an LPG Tanker. It has a deadweight tonnage of 50,891 metric tonnes and a gross tonnage of 46,491.
Who built the CLIPPER VANGUARD and when?
The vessel was built by Hyundai Heavy Industries Co., Ltd. in 2017. It is currently in its ninth year of service.
What are the dimensions of CLIPPER VANGUARD?
The vessel has a length overall of 229.99 metres and a beam of 32.25 metres. Its maximum recorded draught is 12.02 metres.
What is the classification status of CLIPPER VANGUARD?
The vessel is classed by DNV, which is an IACS member. Its current class status is listed as Delivered with multiple notations including Tanker for liquefied gas.
How many inspections has CLIPPER VANGUARD undergone?
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 22 April 2026. All-time records show 13 inspections since 2017 and no detentions.
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