BOTAN (IMO 9940966)
BOTAN is a LPG Tanker built in 2023 and flying the Marshall Islands flag, placing it in its third year of service. The vessel reports a deadweight tonnage of 59,312 metric tonnes, a gross tonnage of 51,931, and a length overall of 227 metres. This vessel is configured for the transport of liquefied petroleum gas. BOTAN is classed by the American Bureau of Shipping, which is an IACS member. The vessel has been observed in the South America East Coast, South Africa, and the Middle America and Gulf of Mexico regions. It has previously operated under one former name 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 21 December 2025.
- Type: LPG Tanker
- Flag: Marshall Islands
- Year built: 2023
- MMSI: 538010117
- Call sign: V7A5636
- Gross tonnage: 51931
- Deadweight: 59312 t
- Length overall: 227 m
- Beam: 37 m
- Port State Control (PSC) inspections: 4 since 2024
- PSC detentions in the last 36 months: 0
- Last PSC inspection: 21/12/2025
- Registered owner: BRAVE COW SHIPPING INC (China)
- Ship manager: CIDO SHIPPING HK CO LTD (China)
- ISM manager: EXECUTIVE SHIP MANAGEMENT
- Last AIS position: 31°11.4′S · 008°9.0′E · Speed 15.7 kn · under way · received 11 October 2026 at 13:23 UTC
- Destination: Houston (US HOU) · ETA 29 October 2026 at 10:00 UTC (as broadcast by the vessel)
- Arrival alert: rynda.io messages you by email or in Telegram when BOTAN arrives in Houston. Free for up to 3 vessels.
Frequently asked questions
What is the vessel type and age of BOTAN?
BOTAN is an LPG Tanker built in 2023. It is currently in its third year of service.
What are the dimensions of BOTAN?
The vessel has a length overall of 227 metres and a beam of 37 metres. It carries a deadweight tonnage of 59,312 metric tonnes.
Which classification society maintains BOTAN?
The vessel is classed by the American Bureau of Shipping. This society is a member of the International Association of Classification Societies (IACS).
Where has BOTAN been recently observed?
The vessel has been active in the South America East Coast, South Africa, and the Middle America and Gulf of Mexico. These regions represent its most recent geographic operational areas.
What is the PSC inspection history for BOTAN?
Over the last 36 months it has had 4 port state control (PSC) inspections and no detentions, with 3 deficiencies recorded. The most recent inspection was on 21 December 2025. All-time records show 4 inspections since 2024 and no detentions.
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