HONG TAI (IMO 9958597)
HONG TAI is a LPG Tanker built in 2023 and flying the Hong Kong, China flag, placing it in its third year of service. The vessel reports a deadweight tonnage of 4,338 metric tonnes and a gross tonnage of 4,498. This size and type suggest its use in specialized gas liquid petroleum gas transport operations. China Classification Society, an IACS member, provides classification for the vessel. Recent maritime observations place the vessel in the Singapore Strait, South East Asia, and East Asia. 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 8 August 2026.
- Type: LPG Tanker
- Flag: Hong Kong, China
- Year built: 2023
- MMSI: 477890800
- Call sign: VRVN4
- Gross tonnage: 4498
- Deadweight: 4338 t
- Length overall: 100 m
- Beam: 17 m
- Port State Control (PSC) inspections: 5 since 2023
- PSC detentions in the last 36 months: 0
- Last PSC inspection: 08/08/2026
- Registered owner: DIGNITY MARINE LTD (China)
- Ship manager · ISM manager: TIANJIN SOUTHWEST MARITIME LTD (China)
- Last AIS position: 4°59.8′N · 115°8.1′E · Speed 0.0 kn · moored · received 13 October 2026 at 11:15 UTC
- Destination: Muara Sabak (ID MSK)
Frequently asked questions
What is the vessel type of HONG TAI?
HONG TAI is an LPG Tanker. It was built in 2023 and is currently in its third year of service.
What are the tonnage specifications for HONG TAI?
The vessel has a deadweight tonnage of 4,338 metric tonnes. Its gross tonnage is recorded at 4,498.
Which classification society manages HONG TAI?
The vessel is classed by China Classification Society. This society is a member of the International Association of Classification Societies (IACS).
Where has HONG TAI been recently observed?
The vessel has been observed in the Singapore Strait and throughout South East Asia. It has also been recorded in the East Asia region.
How many PSC inspections has the vessel undergone?
Over the last 36 months it has had 4 port state control (PSC) inspections and no detentions. The most recent inspection was on 8 August 2026. All-time records show 5 inspections since 2023 and no detentions.
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