NEW PRIME (IMO 9799123)
NEW PRIME is a Crude Oil Tanker built in 2018 and flying the Hong Kong, China flag, placing it in its eighth year of service. The vessel reports a deadweight tonnage of 311,003, a gross tonnage of 160,174, and a length overall of 333 metres. This scale of vessel is typically utilized for large-scale crude oil transport across major global maritime corridors. NEW PRIME is classed by Lloyd's Register, which is a member of the International Association of Classification Societies (IACS). The vessel has been observed in the South America East Coast, the Malacca Strait, and the South China Sea. It has previously operated under one former name and one former flag. Over the last 36 months it has had 4 port state control (PSC) inspections and no detentions. The most recent inspection was on 26 November 2025.
- Type: Crude Oil Tanker
- Flag: Hong Kong, China
- Year built: 2018
- MMSI: 477148100
- Call sign: VRRH3
- Gross tonnage: 160174
- Deadweight: 311003 t
- Length overall: 333 m
- Beam: 60 m
- Port State Control (PSC) inspections: 10 since 2018
- PSC detentions in the last 36 months: 0
- Last PSC inspection: 26/11/2025
- Registered owner: NEW PRIME SHIPPING CO LTD (China)
- Ship manager · ISM manager: ASSOCIATED MARITIME CO HK LTD (China)
- Last AIS position: 2°42.9′N · 042°21.5′W · Speed 11.6 kn · under way · received 11 October 2026 at 23:02 UTC
- Destination: Daesan (DSN) (KR DSN) · ETA 21 November 2026 at 23:54 UTC (as broadcast by the vessel)
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Frequently asked questions
What is the vessel type and age of NEW PRIME?
NEW PRIME is a Crude Oil Tanker built in 2018. It is currently in its eighth year of service.
What are the dimensions of NEW PRIME?
The vessel has a length overall of 333 metres and a beam of 60 metres. These dimensions support its capacity as a large-scale tanker.
What is the deadweight tonnage of the vessel?
The vessel reports a deadweight tonnage of 311,003 metric tonnes. Its gross tonnage is recorded at 160,174.
Which classification society covers NEW PRIME?
The vessel is classed by Lloyd's Register, which is an IACS member. Its current classification status is listed as Delivered.
How many inspections has the vessel undergone recently?
Over the last 36 months it has had 4 port state control (PSC) inspections and no detentions, with 2 deficiencies recorded. The most recent inspection was on 26 November 2025. All-time records show 10 inspections since 2018 and no detentions.
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