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The LPG tanker Global Vivian was recently observed transiting the Strait of Hormuz on June 30, 2026, at 13:19 UTC.
The vessel, identified by IMO 9002908, currently operates under the flag of Panama. The Global Vivian is subject to sanctions under the U.S. Treasury OFAC IRAN-EO13902 program, having been first designated on April 25, 2026.
Recent vessel history changes recorded on June 18, 2026, serve as compliance signals. On this date, the vessel underwent a name change from 'Opec Energy' to 'GLOBAL VIVIAN,' following a previous change from 'Kailash Gas' to 'Opec Energy.' Additionally, the vessel's flag changed from Belgium to Panama.
Further changes on June 18, 2026, include a series of ownership and management transitions. The owner changed from VENUS GAS CO LTD to THIEN AN HOA BINH CO LTD, following previous owners NISSEN KAIUN/SOUTHERN ROUTE, EXMAR SHIPPING BV, and others. Ship management also underwent multiple changes, moving from GOLDEN LOTUS OIL GAS & REAL to THIEN AN HOA BINH CO LTD, following previous managers including VENUS GAS CO LTD, NISSEN KAIUN CO LTD, and EXMAR MARINE SA.
Source: vessel record from public sanctions lists published by the issuing government authorities cited above; transit and change observations by Strait Up Maritime from open AIS broadcasts. Verify the listing against the issuing authority's official notice before relying on it for compliance.
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