BOW ORION (IMO 9818515)
BOW ORION is a Chemical/Oil Products Tanker built in 2019 and flying the Norway (NIS) flag, placing it in its seventh year of service. The vessel reports a deadweight tonnage of 49,042 metric tonnes, a gross tonnage of 34,128, and a length overall of 182.844 metres. This size and specification are characteristic of medium-range tankers used for transporting liquid chemical and oil products. BOW ORION is classed by DNV, which is a member of the International Association of Classification Societies (IACS). The vessel has been observed in West Africa, South Africa, and East Asia over recent periods. It has a history involving one former name and one former flag state. Over the last 36 months it has had 5 port state control (PSC) inspections and no detentions. The most recent inspection was on 23 June 2026.
- Type: Chemical/Oil Products Tanker
- Flag: Norway (NIS)
- Year built: 2019
- MMSI: 257453000
- Call sign: LAFX8
- Gross tonnage: 34128
- Deadweight: 49042 t
- Length overall: 182.844 m
- Beam: 32.2 m
- Home port: BERGEN
- Port State Control (PSC) inspections: 13 since 2019
- PSC detentions in the last 36 months: 0
- Last PSC inspection: 23/06/2026
- Registered owner: ODFJELL CHEMICAL TANKERS AS (Norway)
- Ship manager · ISM manager: ODFJELL MANAGEMENT AS (Norway)
- Last AIS position: 29°12.3′N · 094°36.2′W · Speed 0.1 kn · at anchor · received 18 October 2026 at 15:43 UTC
- Destination: Houston (US HOU)
Frequently asked questions
What is the vessel type and age of BOW ORION?
BOW ORION is a Chemical/Oil Products Tanker. It was built in 2019 and is currently in its seventh year of service.
What are the dimensions of BOW ORION?
The vessel has a length overall of 182.844 metres and a beam of 32.2 metres. It operates with a maximum draught of 13.2 metres.
Which classification society maintains BOW ORION?
The vessel is classed by DNV, which is an IACS member. Its current class status is listed as Delivered.
What is the deadweight capacity of this tanker?
BOW ORION has a deadweight tonnage of 49,042 metric tonnes. This is accompanied by a gross tonnage of 34,128.
How many PSC inspections has the vessel undergone?
Over the last 36 months it has had 5 port state control (PSC) inspections and no detentions, with no deficiencies recorded. The most recent inspection was on 23 June 2026. All-time records show 13 inspections since 2019 and no detentions.
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