FS BITUMEN NO. 2 (IMO 9796559)
FS BITUMEN NO. 2 is an Asphalt/Bitumen Tanker built in 2017 and flying the Panama flag, placing it in its ninth year of service. The vessel reports a deadweight tonnage of 7,769 metric tonnes and a gross tonnage of 7,634. This capacity is characteristic of specialized tankers designed for the transport of bitumen and asphalt products. FS BITUMEN NO. 2 is classed by Nippon Kaiji Kyokai, which is an IACS member. The vessel has been observed in South Asia, the Singapore Strait, and the Australia and New Zealand region over recent periods. 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 1 detention. The most recent inspection was on 23 August 2025.
- Type: Asphalt/Bitumen Tanker
- Flag: Panama
- Year built: 2017
- MMSI: 371135000
- Call sign: 3FPO6
- Gross tonnage: 7634
- Deadweight: 7769 t
- Port State Control (PSC) inspections: 13 since 2017
- PSC detentions in the last 36 months: 1
- Last PSC detention: 21/08/2025, Townsville (Indian Ocean MoU / Tokyo MoU)
- Last PSC inspection: 23/08/2025
- Registered owner: SIMOSA MARINE CORP
- Ship manager · ISM manager: SIMOSA SHIPPING TAIWAN CO LTD
- Last AIS position: 1°15.8′N · 104°11.7′E · Speed 13.3 kn · under way · received 15 October 2026 at 08:29 UTC
- Destination: Yangpu Pt (CN YPG) · ETA 25 October 2026 at 00:01 UTC (as broadcast by the vessel)
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Frequently asked questions
What is the vessel type of FS BITUMEN NO. 2?
FS BITUMEN NO. 2 is an Asphalt/Bitumen Tanker. It was built in 2017 and is currently in its ninth year of service.
What are the tonnage specifications for this vessel?
The vessel has a deadweight tonnage of 7,769 metric tonnes. Its gross tonnage is recorded at 7,634.
Which classification society maintains FS BITUMEN NO. 2?
The vessel is classed by Nippon Kaiji Kyokai. This society is a member of the International Association of Classification Societies (IACS).
Where has the vessel been recently observed?
The vessel has been observed in South Asia and the Singapore Strait. It has also been recorded in the Australia and New Zealand region.
What is the PSC inspection history for this ship?
Over the last 36 months it has had 3 port state control (PSC) inspections and 1 detention, with 6 deficiencies recorded. The most recent inspection was on 23 August 2025. All-time records show 13 inspections since 2017 and 1 detention. The most recent detention was on 21 August 2025.
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