FRONT SEOUL (IMO 9831854)
FRONT SEOUL is a Crude Oil Tanker built in 2019 and flying the Hong Kong, China flag, placing it in its seventh year of service. The vessel reports a deadweight tonnage of 157,271 metric tonnes and a gross tonnage of 82,305. This capacity is consistent with large-scale crude oil transport operations. FRONT SEOUL is classed by the American Bureau of Shipping, which is an IACS member. The vessel has been observed in the Singapore Strait, West Africa, and East Asia over recent periods. It has previously operated under two different names and two different flags. Over the last 36 months it has had 5 port state control (PSC) inspections and no detentions. The most recent inspection was on 14 January 2026.
- Type: Crude Oil Tanker
- Flag: Hong Kong, China
- Year built: 2019
- MMSI: 477539800
- Call sign: VRTH6
- Gross tonnage: 82305
- Deadweight: 157271 t
- Port State Control (PSC) inspections: 13 since 2019
- PSC detentions in the last 36 months: 0
- Last PSC inspection: 14/01/2026
- Registered owner: SEA 206 LEASING CO LTD (Greece)
- Ship manager: FRONTLINE MANAGEMENT AS (Norway)
- ISM manager: COLUMBIA SHIPMANAGEMENT LTD (Cyprus)
- Last AIS position: 5°26.3′N · 098°4.4′E · Speed 13.6 kn · under way · received 10 October 2026 at 15:22 UTC
- Destination: Port Dickson (MY PDI) · ETA 11 October 2026 at 14:28 UTC (as broadcast by the vessel)
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Frequently asked questions
What is the vessel type and age of FRONT SEOUL?
FRONT SEOUL is a Crude Oil Tanker built in 2019. It is currently in its seventh year of service.
What are the capacity specifications for FRONT SEOUL?
The vessel has a deadweight tonnage of 157,271 metric tonnes. Its gross tonnage is recorded at 82,305.
Which classification society maintains FRONT SEOUL?
The vessel is classed by the American Bureau of Shipping. This society is a member of the International Association of Classification Societies (IACS).
Where has FRONT SEOUL been recently observed?
The vessel has been observed in the Singapore Strait and West Africa. It has also been recorded in East Asia and South East Asia.
What is the PSC inspection history for FRONT SEOUL?
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 14 January 2026. All-time records show 13 inspections since 2019 and no detentions.
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