BW CAPELLA (IMO 9901996)
BW CAPELLA is a LPG Tanker built in 2022 and flying the Marshall Islands flag, placing it in its fourth year of service. The vessel reports a deadweight tonnage of 58,243 metric tonnes, a gross tonnage of 53,573, and a length overall of 230 metres. This vessel is configured for the transport of liquefied petroleum gas. BW CAPELLA is classed by Lloyd's Register, which is an IACS member. The vessel has been observed in the North America West Coast, East Asia, and Middle America and Gulf of Mexico regions. It has previously operated under two former names and one former flag. Over the last 36 months it has had 4 port state control (PSC) inspections and no detentions. The most recent inspection was on 3 July 2026.
- Type: LPG Tanker
- Flag: Marshall Islands
- Year built: 2022
- MMSI: 538009680
- Call sign: V7A5034
- Gross tonnage: 53573
- Deadweight: 58243 t
- Length overall: 230 m
- Beam: 37 m
- Port State Control (PSC) inspections: 8 since 2022
- PSC detentions in the last 36 months: 0
- Last PSC inspection: 03/07/2026
- Registered owner: XIANG H124 INTERNATIONAL SHIP (Norway)
- Ship manager: BW LNG AS (Norway)
- ISM manager: BW LPG FLEET MANAGEMENT AS (Norway)
- Last AIS position: 8°38.5′N · 079°27.2′W · Speed 10.1 kn · at anchor · received 8 October 2026 at 04:09 UTC
- Destination: Panama City (US PFN)
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Frequently asked questions
What is the vessel type and age of BW CAPELLA?
BW CAPELLA is an LPG Tanker built in 2022. It is currently in its fourth year of service.
What are the dimensions of BW CAPELLA?
The vessel has a length overall of 230 metres and a beam of 37 metres. It carries a deadweight tonnage of 58,243 metric tonnes.
Which classification society maintains BW CAPELLA?
The vessel is classed by Lloyd's Register. This society is a member of the International Association of Classification Societies (IACS).
Where has BW CAPELLA been recently observed?
The vessel has been observed in East Asia, the North America West Coast, and the Middle America and Gulf of Mexico. These regions represent its recent geographic trading areas.
What is the PSC inspection history for BW CAPELLA?
Over the last 36 months it has had 4 port state control (PSC) inspections and no detentions, with 2 deficiencies recorded. The most recent inspection was on 3 July 2026. All-time records show 8 inspections since 2022 and no detentions.
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