VL BRIGHT (IMO 9926740)
VL BRIGHT is a Crude Oil Tanker built in 2022 and flying the Korea (Republic of) flag, placing it in its fourth year of service. The vessel reports a deadweight tonnage of 319,202 metric tonnes, a gross tonnage of 160,061, and a length overall of 333 metres. This large-scale tanker is designed for significant crude oil transport operations. VL BRIGHT is classed by Korean Register, which is an IACS member. The vessel has been observed in East Africa, East Asia/South East Asia, and South Africa over recent periods. It has previously operated under one former name and two former flag states. Over the last 36 months it has had 2 port state control (PSC) inspections and no detentions. The most recent inspection was on 26 July 2025.
- Type: Crude Oil Tanker
- Flag: Korea (Republic of)
- Year built: 2022
- MMSI: 441523000
- Call sign: D8VT
- Gross tonnage: 160061
- Deadweight: 319202 t
- Length overall: 333 m
- Beam: 60 m
- Home port: JEJU
- Port State Control (PSC) inspections: 3 since 2023
- PSC detentions in the last 36 months: 0
- Last PSC inspection: 26/07/2025
- Registered owner · Ship manager: HYUNDAI GLOVIS CO LTD (South Korea)
- Technical manager · ISM manager: G-MARINE SERVICE CO LTD (South Korea)
- Last AIS position: 37°0.9′N · 126°18.6′E · Speed 10.8 kn · under way · received 13 October 2026 at 01:16 UTC
- Destination: Singapore (SG SIN) · ETA 20 October 2026 at 10:00 UTC (as broadcast by the vessel)
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Frequently asked questions
What is the vessel type and age of VL BRIGHT?
VL BRIGHT is a Crude Oil Tanker built in 2022. It is currently in its fourth year of service.
What are the dimensions of VL BRIGHT?
The vessel has a length overall of 333 metres and a beam of 60 metres. It possesses a gross tonnage of 160,061.
Which classification society maintains VL BRIGHT?
The vessel is classed by the Korean Register, which is an IACS member. Its current classification status is recorded as Delivered.
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 1 deficiency recorded. The most recent inspection was on 26 July 2025. All-time records show 3 inspections since 2023 and no detentions.
Where has VL BRIGHT been recently observed?
The vessel has been observed in East Africa, South Africa, and the East Asia/South East Asia regions. It currently flies the Korea (Republic of) flag.
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