FRONT SHANGHAI (IMO 9832262)
FRONT SHANGHAI is a Crude Oil Tanker built in 2019 and flying the Hong Kong, China flag, placing it in its 7th 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 SHANGHAI is classed by the American Bureau of Shipping, which is an IACS member. The vessel has been observed in East Africa, West Africa, and South Asia over recent periods. It has previously operated under two different names and two different flags. Over the last 36 months it has had 4 port state control (PSC) inspections and no detentions. The most recent inspection was on 5 September 2025.
- Type: Crude Oil Tanker
- Flag: Hong Kong, China
- Year built: 2019
- MMSI: 477539300
- Call sign: VRTH4
- Gross tonnage: 82305
- Deadweight: 157271 t
- Port State Control (PSC) inspections: 12 since 2019
- PSC detentions in the last 36 months: 0
- Last PSC inspection: 05/09/2025
- Registered owner: SEA 329 LEASING CO LTD (Norway)
- Ship manager: FRONTLINE MANAGEMENT AS (Norway)
- ISM manager: COLUMBIA SHIPMANAGEMENT LTD (Cyprus)
- Last AIS position: 18°24.8′S · 062°56.0′E · Speed 7.9 kn · under way · received 10 October 2026 at 19:08 UTC
- Destination: Singapore (SG SIN) · ETA 21 October 2026 at 11:07 UTC (as broadcast by the vessel)
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Frequently asked questions
What is the vessel type and age of FRONT SHANGHAI?
FRONT SHANGHAI is a Crude Oil Tanker. It was built in 2019 and is currently in its 7th year of service.
What are the capacity specifications for FRONT SHANGHAI?
The vessel has a deadweight tonnage of 157,271 metric tonnes. Its gross tonnage is recorded at 82,305.
Which classification society manages FRONT SHANGHAI?
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 SHANGHAI been recently observed?
The vessel has been observed in several regions including East Africa, West Africa, and South Asia. It has also been recorded in the Mediterranean Sea.
What is the PSC inspection history for this vessel?
Over the last 36 months it has had 4 port state control (PSC) inspections and no detentions, with no deficiencies recorded. The most recent inspection was on 5 September 2025. All-time records show 12 inspections since 2019 and no detentions.
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