Tanker Tracker – Live Oil & Chemical Tanker Tracking
Track tanker vessels, search the Ship-Tracker.org database and explore public tanker profiles with identification, technical and maritime tracking information.
Find and Track Tanker Ships
Browse public tanker vessel profiles in the Ship-Tracker.org database. Search by vessel name, IMO number, MMSI or call sign and open individual ship pages for further vessel information and available tracking data.
Tankers in Our Database
Browse public tanker profiles and search by vessel name, IMO, MMSI or call sign.
Showing 8,287 public tanker profiles.
Only public Ship-Tracker.org vessel profiles are linked. Draft, private and blocked targets are excluded.
What Are Tanker Ships Used For?
Tanker ships are designed to transport liquid or gaseous cargoes in bulk. Depending on their design, tankers can carry crude oil, refined petroleum products, chemicals, liquefied natural gas, liquefied petroleum gas and other specialised cargoes.
Different tanker classes use dedicated cargo systems, tanks, pumps and safety equipment. Their operating routes often connect production regions, export terminals, refineries, storage facilities and major energy markets.
Different Types of Tanker Ships
The Ship-Tracker.org vessel database includes several common tanker categories and related specialised vessel types.
What Can You Find on a Tanker Profile?
Available vessel information depends on the individual ship, but public profiles can include important identification, technical and ownership details.
IMO Number
The IMO number is a persistent vessel identifier and is one of the most reliable ways to distinguish one tanker from another.
MMSI and Call Sign
Public records may include the vessel’s MMSI and radio call sign, which are used in maritime communications and AIS systems.
Size and Capacity
Available vessel particulars may include length, beam, gross tonnage, deadweight and other recorded ship dimensions.
Ownership and Management
Some vessel profiles may include available information about operators, managers or beneficial owners from documented maritime sources.
Crude Oil and Product Tankers
Crude oil tankers transport unrefined petroleum from production and export regions to refineries and storage terminals. Product tankers generally carry refined petroleum products such as diesel, gasoline, jet fuel and other finished or semi-finished products.
Some tankers are designed to handle both petroleum products and chemicals, while others are built for more specialised cargo requirements.
LNG and LPG Tankers
LNG tankers transport liquefied natural gas at very low temperatures in specialised containment systems. LPG tankers carry liquefied petroleum gases and related products under refrigerated or pressurised conditions.
These ships use purpose-built cargo handling and safety systems and often operate between dedicated gas terminals.
Specialised Vessel Design
Gas tankers require highly specialised cargo tanks, transfer systems and safety procedures because their cargoes are transported under controlled temperature or pressure conditions.
Tracking Tanker Ships Online
Tanker vessels can appear on public maritime tracking services when current AIS information is available through the tracking provider. Depending on the available data, users may be able to view vessel position, course, speed and other voyage-related information.
Tracking coverage can vary between coastal waters and remote ocean areas. Positions may also be delayed because of reception gaps, satellite coverage or limitations of the data source.
Looking for a Specific Tanker?
Search Ship-Tracker.org by vessel name, IMO number, MMSI or call sign where a public tanker profile is available.
Tanker Tracker FAQ
Can I track tanker ships online?
Yes. Tankers can appear on public ship tracking services when current AIS data is available through the tracking provider.
What types of tanker ships are included?
Tanker categories can include crude oil tankers, product tankers, chemical tankers, LNG tankers, LPG tankers and other specialised tanker vessels.
How can I find a tanker by IMO number?
You can use the Ship-Tracker.org vessel search to look for a tanker by IMO number, vessel name, MMSI or call sign where a matching public profile is available.
What is the difference between a crude oil tanker and a product tanker?
Crude oil tankers primarily transport unrefined petroleum, while product tankers generally carry refined petroleum products and related liquid cargoes.
Why is a tanker sometimes missing from the live map?
A tanker may temporarily be unavailable because of AIS reception gaps, delayed data, limited satellite coverage or other restrictions of the tracking provider.
Does Ship-Tracker.org list every tanker in the world?
No. The database includes tankers for which suitable vessel records and public profiles are available. Coverage may change as maritime data is added or updated.
