SM KESTREL (IMO 9917579)
SM KESTREL is a LNG Tanker built in 2023 and flying the Panama flag, placing it in its third year of service. The vessel reports a deadweight tonnage of 95,817 metric tonnes, a gross tonnage of 114,180, and a length overall of 299 metres. This vessel is configured for the transport of liquefied natural gas. SM KESTREL is classed by Lloyd's Register, which is an IACS member. The vessel has been observed in the Mediterranean Sea, the Gulf of Mexico, and the North America East Coast over recent periods. It has previously operated under one former name and one former flag. Over the last 36 months it has had 9 port state control (PSC) inspections and no detentions. The most recent inspection was on 17 June 2026.
- Type: LNG Tanker
- Flag: Panama
- Year built: 2023
- MMSI: 352002925
- Call sign: 3E4685
- Gross tonnage: 114180
- Deadweight: 95817 t
- Length overall: 299 m
- Beam: 46 m
- Home port: PANAMA
- Port State Control (PSC) inspections: 9 since 2024
- PSC detentions in the last 36 months: 0
- Last PSC inspection: 17/06/2026
- Registered owner: SMKLC LNG6 SA (South Korea)
- Ship manager: KOREA LINE LNG CO LTD (South Korea)
- Technical manager: KLCSM CO., LTD
- ISM manager: KLC SM CO LTD (South Korea)
- Last AIS position: 40°39.7′N · 051°0.1′W · Speed 14.9 kn · under way · received 11 October 2026 at 01:08 UTC
- Destination: Cameron (US CMU) · ETA 18 October 2026 at 18:53 UTC (as broadcast by the vessel)
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Frequently asked questions
What is the vessel type and age of SM KESTREL?
SM KESTREL is an LNG Tanker built in 2023. It is currently in its third year of service.
What are the dimensions of SM KESTREL?
The vessel has a length overall of 299 metres and a beam of 46 metres. It possesses a gross tonnage of 114,180.
Which classification society covers SM KESTREL?
The vessel is classed by Lloyd's Register. This society is a member of the International Association of Classification Societies (IACS).
What is the PSC inspection history for this vessel?
Over the last 36 months it has had 9 port state control (PSC) inspections and no detentions, with 5 deficiencies recorded. The most recent inspection was on 17 June 2026. All-time records show 9 inspections since 2024 and no detentions.
Where has SM KESTREL been recently observed?
The vessel has been active in the Mediterranean Sea and the Gulf of Mexico. It has also been observed near the North America East Coast.
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