SOBAEK EXPLORER (IMO 9958274)
SOBAEK EXPLORER is a LPG Tanker built in 2024 and flying the Liberia flag, placing it in its second year of service. The vessel reports a deadweight tonnage of 54,994 metric tonnes and a gross tonnage of 48,993. This vessel is configured for the transport of liquefied petroleum gas. SOBAEK EXPLORER is classed by Korean Register, which is an IACS member. The vessel has been observed in East Asia, the North America West Coast, 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 4 port state control (PSC) inspections and no detentions. The most recent inspection was on 14 August 2026.
- Type: LPG Tanker
- Flag: Liberia
- Year built: 2024
- MMSI: 636023912
- Call sign: 5LQA6
- Gross tonnage: 48993
- Deadweight: 54994 t
- Length overall: 230 m
- Beam: 32 m
- Home port: MONROVIA
- Port State Control (PSC) inspections: 4 since 2024
- PSC detentions in the last 36 months: 0
- Last PSC inspection: 14/08/2026
- Registered owner: GL NV35 SHIPPING INC (South Korea)
- Ship manager: HYUNDAI GLOVIS CO LTD (South Korea)
- Technical manager: Wilhelmsen Ship Management Sdn Bhd
- ISM manager: WILHELMSEN SHIP MGMT SDN BHD (Malaysia)
- Last AIS position: 27°29.2′N · 155°36.6′W · Speed 15.0 kn · under way · received 11 October 2026 at 14:40 UTC
- Destination: Ningbo-Zhoushan (NBO) (CN NBO) · ETA 23 October 2026 at 20:12 UTC (as broadcast by the vessel)
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Frequently asked questions
What is the vessel type and age of SOBAEK EXPLORER?
SOBAEK EXPLORER is an LPG Tanker. It was built in 2024 and is currently in its second year of service.
What are the capacity specifications for SOBAEK EXPLORER?
The vessel has a deadweight tonnage of 54,994 metric tonnes. Its gross tonnage is recorded at 48,993.
Which classification society maintains SOBAEK EXPLORER?
The vessel is classed by Korean Register. This society is a recognized member of the International Association of Classification Societies (IACS).
Where has SOBAEK EXPLORER been operating recently?
The vessel has been observed in East Asia and the Gulf of Mexico. It has also been recorded near the North America West Coast.
What is the port-state control record for SOBAEK EXPLORER?
Over the last 36 months it has had 4 port state control (PSC) inspections and no detentions, with 2 deficiencies recorded. The most recent inspection was on 14 August 2026. All-time records show 4 inspections since 2024 and no detentions.
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