GAS CHAMPION (IMO 9978004)
GAS CHAMPION is a LPG Tanker built in 2024 and flying the Panama flag, placing it in its second year of service. The vessel reports a deadweight tonnage of 5,159 metric tonnes, a gross tonnage of 4,777, and a length overall of 100 metres. This vessel is configured for the transport of liquefied petroleum gas. GAS CHAMPION is classed by Nippon Kaiji Kyokai, which is an IACS member. The vessel has been observed in Middle America and the Gulf of Mexico, East Asia, and South East Asia 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 1 August 2025.
- Type: LPG Tanker
- Flag: Panama
- Year built: 2024
- MMSI: 352003163
- Call sign: 3E6039
- Gross tonnage: 4277
- Deadweight: 5159 t
- Length overall: 100 m
- Beam: 18 m
- Port State Control (PSC) inspections: 4 since 2024
- PSC detentions in the last 36 months: 0
- Last PSC inspection: 01/08/2025
- Registered owner: KTM CORPORATION SA (Greece)
- Ship manager: ERASMUS CORP (Greece)
- ISM manager: SWAN SHIPPING CORP (Philippines)
- Last AIS position: 7°19.8′N · 057°29.2′W · Speed 11.4 kn · under way · received 16 October 2026 at 15:35 UTC
- Destination: Vieux Fort (LC VIF) · ETA 18 October 2026 at 04:40 UTC (as broadcast by the vessel)
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Frequently asked questions
What is the vessel type and age of GAS CHAMPION?
GAS CHAMPION is an LPG Tanker built in 2024. It is currently in its second year of service.
What are the dimensions of GAS CHAMPION?
The vessel has a length overall of 100 metres and a beam of 18 metres. It carries a deadweight tonnage of 5,159 metric tonnes.
Which classification society covers GAS CHAMPION?
The vessel is classed by Nippon Kaiji Kyokai. This society is a member of the International Association of Classification Societies (IACS).
What is the PSC inspection history for this vessel?
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 1 August 2025. All-time records show 4 inspections since 2024 and no detentions.
Where has GAS CHAMPION been recently observed?
The vessel has been active in Middle America, the Gulf of Mexico, and East Asia. It has also been observed near the East Coast of South America.
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