MORNING KATE (IMO 9959955)
MORNING KATE is a LPG Tanker built in 2023 and flying the Panama flag, placing it in its third year of service. The vessel reports a deadweight tonnage of 5,274 metric tonnes, a gross tonnage of 4,551, and a length overall of 99 metres. This vessel is configured for the transport of liquefied petroleum gas. MORNING KATE is classed by Bureau Veritas, which is a member of the International Association of Classification Societies (IACS). The vessel has been observed in the Singapore Strait, South East Asia, and the South China Sea. It has previously operated under one former name and one former flag. Over the last 36 months it has had 8 port state control (PSC) inspections and no detentions. The most recent inspection was on 7 April 2026.
- Type: LPG Tanker
- Flag: Panama
- Year built: 2023
- MMSI: 352002951
- Call sign: 3E4705
- Gross tonnage: 4551
- Deadweight: 5274 t
- Length overall: 99 m
- Beam: 18 m
- Port State Control (PSC) inspections: 8 since 2023
- PSC detentions in the last 36 months: 0
- Last PSC inspection: 07/04/2026
- Registered owner: TRIO HAPPINESS/TODA SHIP CO (Japan)
- Ship manager · ISM manager: NHAT VIET TRANSPORTATION CORP (Vietnam)
- Last AIS position: 8°44.2′N · 118°55.6′E · Speed 10.5 kn · under way · received 13 October 2026 at 10:06 UTC
- Destination: Iloilo, Panay (PH ILO) · ETA 14 October 2026 at 14:45 UTC (as broadcast by the vessel)
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Frequently asked questions
What is the vessel type and age of MORNING KATE?
MORNING KATE is an LPG Tanker built in 2023. It is currently in its third year of service.
What are the dimensions of MORNING KATE?
The vessel has a length overall of 99 metres and a beam of 18 metres. It possesses a gross tonnage of 4,551 and a deadweight tonnage of 5,274 metric tonnes.
Which classification society manages MORNING KATE?
The vessel is classed by Bureau Veritas. This society is a recognized member of the International Association of Classification Societies (IACS).
Where has MORNING KATE been recently observed?
The vessel has been active in the Singapore Strait, South East Asia, and the South China Sea. These regions represent its most recent recorded geographic areas of operation.
What is the PSC inspection history for MORNING KATE?
Over the last 36 months it has had 8 port state control (PSC) inspections and no detentions; the deficiency count is reported for 2 of them. The most recent inspection was on 7 April 2026. All-time records show 8 inspections since 2023 and no detentions.
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