CLIPPER EXPLORER (IMO 9852949)
CLIPPER EXPLORER is a LPG 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 50,513 metric tonnes, a gross tonnage of 46,668, and a length overall of 229.98 metres. This vessel is configured for the transport of liquefied gases.
CLIPPER EXPLORER is classed by DNV, which is an IACS member. The vessel has been observed in Middle America and the Gulf of Mexico, the North America West Coast, and East Asia over recent periods. It has previously operated under two former names and five different flag states. Over the last 36 months it has had 6 port state control (PSC) inspections and no detentions. The most recent inspection was on 4 May 2026.
- Type: LPG Tanker
- Flag: Norway (NIS)
- Year built: 2019
- MMSI: 257968000
- Call sign: LAXO8
- Gross tonnage: 46668
- Deadweight: 50513 t
- Length overall: 229.98 m
- Beam: 32.25 m
- Home port: STAVANGER
- Port State Control (PSC) inspections: 15 since 2019
- PSC detentions in the last 36 months: 0
- Last PSC inspection: 04/05/2026
- Registered owner: CLIPPER SHIPPING AS (Norway)
- Ship manager · ISM manager · DOC holder: SOLVANG ASA (Norway)
- Last AIS position: 8°38.2′N · 079°27.1′W · Speed 9.8 kn
- Destination: Balboa (CO BAL) · ETA 2026-10-05T14:13:00.000Z
Frequently asked questions
What is the vessel type and age of CLIPPER EXPLORER?
CLIPPER EXPLORER is an LPG Tanker built in 2019. It is currently in its seventh year of service.
What are the dimensions of CLIPPER EXPLORER?
The vessel has a length overall of 229.98 metres and a beam of 32.25 metres. It operates with a maximum draught of 12.1 metres.
What is the deadweight capacity of this tanker?
The vessel has a deadweight tonnage of 50,513 metric tonnes. Its gross tonnage is recorded at 46,668.
Which classification society maintains CLIPPER EXPLORER?
The vessel is classed by DNV, which is an IACS member. Its current status is listed as Delivered with several specific gas tanker notations.
How many port-state inspections has the vessel undergone?
Over the last 36 months it has had 6 port state control (PSC) inspections and no detentions, with 1 deficiency recorded. The most recent inspection was on 4 May 2026. All-time records show 15 inspections since 2019 and no detentions.
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