HIRYU (IMO 8920763)

HIRYU is a VLCC crude oil tanker built in 1991 and flying the flag of St Kitts and Nevis; it is in its 35th year of service. The vessel has a deadweight of 249,037 tonnes and a gross tonnage of 137,025. Tankers of this size carry crude oil on long-haul routes. HIRYU's class with Nippon Kaiji Kyokai was withdrawn on 28 April 2010 at the owner's request. It has previously sailed under one other name and one other flag. No port state control (PSC) inspections were recorded in the last 36 months; 7 inspections are on file since 2000, the most recent on 24 October 2005.

Frequently asked questions

What type of vessel is HIRYU?

HIRYU is a VLCC crude oil tanker built in 1991. It is in its 35th year of service. Tankers of this size carry crude oil on long-haul routes.

What is the deadweight of HIRYU?

HIRYU has a deadweight of 249,037 tonnes. Its gross tonnage is 137,025.

What flag does HIRYU fly?

HIRYU flies the flag of St Kitts and Nevis. Earlier it sailed under one other flag.

Who classes HIRYU?

HIRYU's class with Nippon Kaiji Kyokai was withdrawn on 28 April 2010 at the owner's request.

How many port state control inspections has HIRYU had?

No port state control (PSC) inspections were recorded in the last 36 months; 7 inspections are on file since 2000, the most recent on 24 October 2005.

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