NIKSAR (IMO 8871003)
NIKSAR is a Chemical/Oil Products Tanker built in 1994 and flying the Liberia flag, placing it in its 32nd year of service. The vessel reports a deadweight tonnage of 3,229 metric tonnes, a gross tonnage of 2,085, and a length overall of 84 metres. This size profile is typical for specialized tanker operations in coastal or regional trades. NIKSAR is classed by the American Bureau of Shipping, which is a member of the International Association of Classification Societies. The vessel has been observed in the Mediterranean Sea and the Mediterranean Sea, West Europe regions. It has previously operated under one former name and one former flag. Over the last 36 months it has had 9 port state control (PSC) inspections and 1 detention. The most recent inspection was on 1 April 2026.
- Type: Chemical/Oil Products Tanker
- Flag: Sierra leone
- Year built: 1994
- MMSI: 667001351
- Call sign: 9LU2154
- Gross tonnage: 2085
- Deadweight: 3229 t
- Length overall: 84 m
- Beam: 14 m
- Port State Control (PSC) inspections: 79 since 1998
- PSC detentions in the last 36 months: 1
- Last PSC detention: 24/03/2026, Varna (Black Sea MoU / Paris MoU)
- Last PSC inspection: 01/04/2026
- Registered owner: RESTFUL SHIPPING CORP-LIB (Turkey)
- Ship manager · ISM manager: SEBA DENIZCILIK AKARYAKIT (Turkey)
- Last AIS position: 34°54.4′N · 035°49.9′E · Speed 0.1 kn · at anchor · received 15 October 2026 at 08:34 UTC
- Destination: To be nominated
Frequently asked questions
What is the vessel type and age of NIKSAR?
NIKSAR is a Chemical/Oil Products Tanker built in 1994. It is currently in its 32nd year of service.
What are the dimensions of NIKSAR?
The vessel has a length overall of 84 metres and a beam of 14 metres. It carries a deadweight tonnage of 3,229 metric tonnes.
Which classification society manages NIKSAR?
NIKSAR is classed by the American Bureau of Shipping. This society is a member of the International Association of Classification Societies (IACS).
What is the PSC inspection history for NIKSAR?
Over the last 36 months it has had 9 port state control (PSC) inspections and 1 detention, with 15 deficiencies recorded. The most recent inspection was on 1 April 2026. All-time records show 79 inspections since 1998 and 11 detentions. The most recent detention was on 24 March 2026.
Where has NIKSAR been recently observed?
The vessel has been observed in the Mediterranean Sea. Specifically, its recent activity includes the West Europe Mediterranean region.
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