MINERVA CHIOS (IMO 9877341)
MINERVA CHIOS is a LNG Tanker built in 2021 and flying the Malta flag, placing it in its fifth year of service. The vessel reports a deadweight tonnage of 88,228 metric tonnes, a gross tonnage of 115,635, and a length overall of 293.157 metres. This vessel is configured for the specialized transport of liquefied natural gas. MINERVA CHIOS is classed by DNV, which is a member of the International Association of Classification Societies (IACS). The vessel has been observed in Middle America and the Gulf of Mexico, the Indian Ocean and Java Sea, and South East Asia and South Africa. 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 27 November 2025.
- Type: LNG Tanker
- Flag: Malta
- Year built: 2021
- MMSI: 229099000
- Call sign: 9HA5445
- Gross tonnage: 115635
- Deadweight: 88228 t
- Length overall: 293.157 m
- Beam: 45.8 m
- Home port: VALLETTA
- Port State Control (PSC) inspections: 12 since 2021
- PSC detentions in the last 36 months: 0
- Last PSC inspection: 27/11/2025
- Registered owner: PENINSULA SHIPPING SA (Greece)
- Ship manager · ISM manager · DOC holder: MINERVA GAS INC (Greece)
- Last AIS position: 6°28.5′S · 105°1.5′E · Speed 18.6 kn · under way · received 12 October 2026 at 09:36 UTC
- Destination: Lake Charles (US LCH) · ETA 14 November 2026 at 06:01 UTC (as broadcast by the vessel)
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Frequently asked questions
What is the vessel type and age of MINERVA CHIOS?
MINERVA CHIOS is an LNG Tanker built in 2021. It is currently in its fifth year of service.
What are the dimensions of MINERVA CHIOS?
The vessel has a length overall of 293.157 metres and a beam of 45.8 metres. It operates with a maximum draught of 12 metres.
Which classification society manages MINERVA CHIOS?
The vessel is classed by DNV, which is an IACS member. Its current class status is listed as Delivered.
What is the PSC inspection history for this vessel?
Over the last 36 months it has had 7 port state control (PSC) inspections and no detentions; the deficiency count is reported for 6 of them. The most recent inspection was on 27 November 2025. All-time records show 12 inspections since 2021 and no detentions.
What is the deadweight tonnage of MINERVA CHIOS?
The vessel has a deadweight tonnage of 88,228 metric tonnes. This is accompanied by a gross tonnage of 115,635.
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