CANOPUS (IMO 9812418)
CANOPUS is a Chemical/Oil Products Tanker built in 2018 and flying the Singapore flag, placing it in its eighth year of service. The vessel reports a deadweight tonnage of 11,999 metric tonnes and a gross tonnage of 8,620. At this capacity, it is configured for the transport of liquid chemical and oil products. CANOPUS is classed by Registro Italiano Navale, which is an IACS member. The vessel has been observed in South East Asia, the Malacca Strait, and the South China Sea. It has previously operated under two former names and three different flag states. Over the last 36 months it has had 2 port state control (PSC) inspections and no detentions. The most recent inspection was on 21 July 2026.
- Type: Chemical/Oil Products Tanker
- Flag: Singapore
- Year built: 2018
- MMSI: 563273300
- Call sign: 9VCQ7
- Gross tonnage: 8620
- Deadweight: 11999 t
- Length overall: 140 m
- Beam: 20.2 m
- Home port: SINGAPORE - 403912
- Port State Control (PSC) inspections: 7 since 2018
- PSC detentions in the last 36 months: 0
- Last PSC inspection: 21/07/2026
- Registered owner · Ship manager · ISM manager: HONG LAM MARINE PTE LTD
- Last AIS position: 1°43.7′N · 110°32.3′E · Speed 0.4 kn · at anchor · received 18 October 2026 at 01:23 UTC
- Destination: Kuching, Sarawak (MY KCH)
Frequently asked questions
What is the vessel type and capacity of CANOPUS?
CANOPUS is a Chemical/Oil Products Tanker. It has a deadweight tonnage of 11,999 metric tonnes and a gross tonnage of 8,620.
Which classification society maintains CANOPUS?
The vessel is classed by Registro Italiano Navale. This society is an IACS member and the vessel currently holds the INWATERSURVEY notation.
What are the engine specifications for CANOPUS?
The vessel is equipped with a main engine providing 3,575 kW of power. This power rating supports its operations as a liquid cargo tanker.
Where has CANOPUS been recently observed?
The vessel has been active in South East Asia and the South China Sea. It has also been recorded transiting the Malacca Strait and the Singapore Strait.
What is the PSC inspection history for CANOPUS?
Over the last 36 months it has had 2 port state control (PSC) inspections and no detentions. The most recent inspection was on 21 July 2026. All-time records show 7 inspections since 2018 and no detentions.
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