VL RENAISSANCE (IMO 9904089)
VL RENAISSANCE is a Crude Oil Tanker built in 2021 and flying the Liberia flag, placing it in its fifth year of service. The vessel reports a deadweight tonnage of 319,202 metric tonnes and a gross tonnage of 160,061. Given its large deadweight capacity, it is configured for significant crude oil transport operations. VL RENAISSANCE is classed by Korean Register, which is an IACS member. The vessel has been observed in South Asia, East Asia, and the Gulf of Mexico over recent periods. It has previously operated under one former name and one former flag. Over the last 36 months it has had 2 port state control (PSC) inspections and no detentions. The most recent inspection was on 20 May 2025.
- Type: Crude Oil Tanker
- Flag: Liberia
- Year built: 2021
- MMSI: 636020927
- Call sign: 5LBK5
- Gross tonnage: 160061
- Deadweight: 319202 t
- Home port: MONROVIA
- Port State Control (PSC) inspections: 3 since 2022
- PSC detentions in the last 36 months: 0
- Last PSC inspection: 20/05/2025
- Registered owner: GL NV31 SHIPPING INC (South Korea)
- Ship manager: HYUNDAI GLOVIS CO LTD (South Korea)
- Technical manager · ISM manager: G-MARINE SERVICE CO LTD (South Korea)
- Last AIS position: 22°9.7′N · 114°6.6′E · Speed 5.6 kn · under way · received 8 October 2026 at 15:40 UTC
- Destination: Fuzhou (CN FOC)
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Frequently asked questions
What is the vessel type and age of VL RENAISSANCE?
VL RENAISSANCE is a Crude Oil Tanker built in 2021. It is currently in its fifth year of service.
What are the capacity specifications for VL RENAISSANCE?
The vessel has a deadweight tonnage of 319,202 metric tonnes. Its gross tonnage is recorded at 160,061.
Which classification society maintains VL RENAISSANCE?
The vessel is classed by Korean Register. This society is a recognized member of the International Association of Classification Societies (IACS).
Where has VL RENAISSANCE been recently observed?
The vessel has been observed in South Asia and East Asia. It has also been recorded in the Gulf of Mexico and South Africa.
What is the PSC inspection history for this vessel?
Over the last 36 months it has had 2 port state control (PSC) inspections and no detentions, with no deficiencies recorded. The most recent inspection was on 20 May 2025. All-time records show 3 inspections since 2022 and no detentions.
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