CASTOR (IMO 9864356)
CASTOR is a Chemical/Oil Products Tanker built in 2019 and flying the Marshall Islands flag, placing it in its 7th year of service. The vessel reports a deadweight tonnage of 49,999, a gross tonnage of 29,917, and specific dimensions are not provided. This vessel is configured for the transport of chemical and oil products. CASTOR is classed by the American Bureau of Shipping, which is an IACS member. The vessel has been observed in South East Asia, the Singapore Strait, and East Asia over recent periods. It has previously operated under one former name and one former flag. Over the last 36 months it has had 7 port state control (PSC) inspections and no detentions. The most recent inspection was on 19 September 2025.
- Type: Chemical/Oil Products Tanker
- Flag: Marshall Islands
- Year built: 2019
- MMSI: 538008525
- Call sign: V7A2468
- Gross tonnage: 29917
- Deadweight: 49999 t
- Length overall: 183 m
- Beam: 32 m
- Port State Control (PSC) inspections: 19 since 2019
- PSC detentions in the last 36 months: 0
- Last PSC inspection: 19/09/2025
- Registered owner: BLUE WAVE LINE SA (United Arab Emirates)
- Ship manager · ISM manager: EMPIRE NAVIGATION INC (Greece)
- Last AIS position: 10°41.6′N · 106°45.1′E · Speed 0.0 kn · moored · received 11 October 2026 at 17:01 UTC
- Destination: Mui Vung Tau (VN VUT)
Frequently asked questions
What is the vessel type of CASTOR?
CASTOR is a Chemical/Oil Products Tanker. It was built in 2019 and is currently in its 7th year of service.
What are the capacity specifications for CASTOR?
The vessel has a deadweight tonnage of 49,999. Its gross tonnage is recorded at 29,917.
Which classification society maintains CASTOR?
The vessel is classed by the American Bureau of Shipping. This society is a recognized member of the International Association of Classification Societies (IACS).
Where has CASTOR been operating recently?
The vessel has been observed in South East Asia, the Singapore Strait, and East Asia. These regions represent its most recent recorded geographic activity.
What is the PSC inspection history for CASTOR?
Over the last 36 months it has had 7 port state control (PSC) inspections and no detentions, with 3 deficiencies recorded. The most recent inspection was on 19 September 2025. All-time records show 19 inspections since 2019 and no detentions.
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