ORYX (IMO 7726500)
ORYX is a tug built in 1977 and flying the flag of Tanzania; it is in its 49th year of service. The vessel has a gross tonnage of 395. ORYX has been classed since August 2024 by the Horizon Bureau of Shipping, which is not a member of the International Association of Classification Societies (IACS). Its last class renewal survey, carried out by ABS, was on 21 December 2016. The vessel has been observed most often in Central America and the Gulf of Mexico (latest area report: July 2026). It has previously sailed under one other name and two other flags. No port state control (PSC) inspections were recorded in the last 36 months; 1 inspection is on file since 2023, the most recent on 27 February 2023.
- Type: Tug
- Flag: Tanzania
- Year built: 1977
- MMSI: 677043800
- Call sign: 5IM538
- Gross tonnage: 395
- Deadweight: 0 t
- Port State Control (PSC) inspections: 1 since 2023
- PSC detentions in the last 36 months: 0
- Last PSC inspection: 27/02/2023
- Registered owner: EPATA ENERGY INC (Bahamas)
- Ship manager: VORTEX PETROLEUM INC (Bahamas)
Frequently asked questions
What type of vessel is ORYX?
ORYX is a tug built in 1977. It is in its 49th year of service.
What flag does ORYX fly?
ORYX flies the flag of Tanzania. Earlier it sailed under two other flags.
Who classes ORYX?
ORYX has been classed since August 2024 by the Horizon Bureau of Shipping, which is not a member of the International Association of Classification Societies (IACS). Its last class renewal survey, carried out by ABS, was on 21 December 2016.
How many port state control inspections has ORYX had?
No port state control (PSC) inspections were recorded in the last 36 months; 1 inspection is on file since 2023, the most recent on 27 February 2023.
Where does ORYX trade?
The vessel has been observed most often in Central America and the Gulf of Mexico (latest area report: July 2026). It has previously sailed under one other name and two other flags.
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