BOCHEM HOUSTON (IMO 9955428)
BOCHEM HOUSTON is a Chemical/Oil Products Tanker built in 2023 and flying the Portugal (MAR) flag, placing it in its third year of service. The vessel reports a deadweight tonnage of 25,999, a gross tonnage of 18,082, and a length overall of 159 metres. This vessel is configured for the transport of chemical and oil products. BOCHEM HOUSTON is classed by the American Bureau of Shipping, which is an IACS member. The vessel has been observed in East Africa and South Africa, Middle America and the Gulf of Mexico, and the East Coast of South America. It has previously operated under one former name and four different flag states. Over the last 36 months it has had 7 port state control (PSC) inspections and no detentions. The most recent inspection was on 23 March 2026.
- Type: Chemical/Oil Products Tanker
- Flag: Portugal (MAR)
- Year built: 2023
- MMSI: 255915589
- Call sign: CQ2047
- Gross tonnage: 18082
- Deadweight: 25999 t
- Length overall: 159 m
- Beam: 27 m
- Port State Control (PSC) inspections: 8 since 2023
- PSC detentions in the last 36 months: 0
- Last PSC inspection: 23/03/2026
- Registered owner: CMB TECH NETHERLANDS BV (Netherlands)
- Ship manager: CMB NV (Belgium)
- ISM manager: ANGLO-EASTERN SHIPMANAGEMENT S
- Last AIS position: 26°14.7′N · 086°58.3′W · Speed 11.6 kn · under way · received 12 October 2026 at 03:33 UTC
- Destination: New Orleans (US MSY) · ETA 12 October 2026 at 08:00 UTC (as broadcast by the vessel)
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Frequently asked questions
What is the vessel type of BOCHEM HOUSTON?
BOCHEM HOUSTON is a Chemical/Oil Products Tanker. It was built in 2023 and is currently in its third year of service.
What are the dimensions of BOCHEM HOUSTON?
The vessel has a length overall of 159 metres and a beam of 27 metres. It carries a deadweight tonnage of 25,999 metric tonnes.
Which classification society covers BOCHEM HOUSTON?
The vessel is classed by the American Bureau of Shipping. This society is a recognized member of the International Association of Classification Societies (IACS).
Where has BOCHEM HOUSTON been recently observed?
The vessel has been observed in East Africa and South Africa, the Gulf of Mexico, and the East Coast of South America. These regions represent its recent geographic trading areas.
What is the PSC inspection history for BOCHEM HOUSTON?
Over the last 36 months it has had 7 port state control (PSC) inspections and no detentions; the deficiency count is reported for 6 of them. The most recent inspection was on 23 March 2026. All-time records show 8 inspections since 2023 and no detentions.
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