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Everything you need to know about TankerMap.
TankerMap is a free, near real-time AIS tracking platform for LNG tankers and crude oil tankers worldwide. No registration required — just open the map and start tracking.
Vessel positions are updated every hour from AIS networks.
AIS (Automatic Identification System) is a maritime tracking system that ships use to broadcast their position, speed, course and destination. It is mandatory for vessels over 300 gross tonnes on international voyages.
TankerMap tracks 4,000+ LNG tankers and crude oil tankers worldwide, including VLCCs, Suezmax and Aframax vessels.
Yes, completely free. No registration or account required. Just open the map at tankermap.com.
We calculate whether a vessel is loaded or in ballast based on our algorithms.
Recent track history is available for up to 30 days per vessel, depending on AIS coverage and data availability.
Chokepoints are critical maritime passages where large volumes of oil and LNG pass through narrow straits. TankerMap tracks vessel movements through the Strait of Hormuz, Strait of Malacca, Suez Canal, Panama Canal, Bab el-Mandeb and Strait of Gibraltar in real time.
Click any vessel on the map to open its details panel, then press the 🔗 Share button to copy a direct link with the vessel pre-selected on the map.
Email us at info@tankermap.com — we respond to all questions and feedback.