Carries bulk liquid chemicals — everything from vegetable oil to acids and solvents — often several different, incompatible cargoes at once in separate coated tanks. Needs its own chemical tanker endorsement.
Size classes
Life aboard
Cargo work is the most technical of the tanker trades — tank compatibility, coating types and cleaning procedures matter as much as the passage itself.
Port time
Frequent port calls, often several grades loaded and discharged at different terminals on one voyage.
Courses this trade needs
On top of standard STCW basic safety and your rank's Certificate of Competency, officers and crew on this trade need:
Other Liquid Cargo
Details last checked 27 Sep 2026. Source: https://www.marineinsight.com/types-of-tanker-ships-complete-classification/. Individual ships vary — always confirm specifics with your company.
📶 Staying connected
Similar to other tankers — limited shore leave near the terminal, so a pre-arranged eSIM beats hunting for a local SIM once you're alongside.
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