FRONT DEFENDER (IMO 9830094)
FRONT DEFENDER is a Crude Oil Tanker built in 2019 and flying the Marshall Islands flag, placing it in its seventh year of service. The vessel reports a deadweight tonnage of 298,952 metric tonnes, a gross tonnage of 154,007, and a length overall of 329.98 metres. Given its significant deadweight, it is configured for large-scale crude oil transport operations. FRONT DEFENDER is classed by DNV, which is a member of the International Association of Classification Societies (IACS). The vessel has been observed in the Malacca Strait, East Africa, and the South American East Coast 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 no detentions. The most recent inspection was on 22 May 2026.
- Type: Crude Oil Tanker
- Flag: Marshall Islands
- Year built: 2019
- MMSI: 538008130
- Call sign: V7MU3
- Gross tonnage: 154007
- Deadweight: 298952 t
- Length overall: 329.98 m
- Beam: 60 m
- Home port: MAJURO
- Port State Control (PSC) inspections: 6 since 2019
- PSC detentions in the last 36 months: 0
- Last PSC inspection: 22/05/2026
- Registered owner: FRONT DEFENDER INC (Norway)
- Ship manager: FRONTLINE MANAGEMENT AS (Norway)
- ISM manager · DOC holder: OSM MARITIME SHIP MANAGEMENT
- Last AIS position: 34°55.7′S · 053°46.7′W · Speed 5.2 kn · under way · received 11 October 2026 at 07:34 UTC
- Destination: La Paloma (UY LAP) · ETA 11 October 2026 at 09:47 UTC (as broadcast by the vessel)
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Frequently asked questions
What is the vessel type and age of FRONT DEFENDER?
FRONT DEFENDER is a Crude Oil Tanker built in 2019. It is currently in its seventh year of service.
What are the dimensions of FRONT DEFENDER?
The vessel has a length overall of 329.98 metres and a beam of 60 metres. It operates with a maximum draught of 21.722 metres.
Which classification society manages FRONT DEFENDER?
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?
The vessel has a deadweight tonnage of 298,952 metric tonnes. This is accompanied by a gross tonnage of 154,007.
How many PSC inspections has the vessel undergone?
Over the last 36 months it has had 3 port state control (PSC) inspections and no detentions, with 2 deficiencies recorded. The most recent inspection was on 22 May 2026. All-time records show 6 inspections since 2019 and no detentions.
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