NAROON (IMO 9079066)
NAROON is a Crude Oil Tanker built in 1996 and flying the Iran flag, placing it in its 30th year of service. The vessel reports a deadweight tonnage of 298,732 metric tonnes and a gross tonnage of 156,809. Given its significant deadweight capacity, it is configured for large-scale crude oil transport operations. NAROON is classed by the Korean Register. The vessel has been observed in West Africa, South Asia, and the Singapore Strait over recent periods. It has a history involving 7 former names and 7 former flag states. No port state control (PSC) inspections were recorded in the last 36 months; 12 inspections are on file since 1998, the most recent on 27 September 2012.
- Type: Crude Oil Tanker
- Flag: Iran
- Year built: 1996
- MMSI: 422056400
- Call sign: EPCS9
- Gross tonnage: 156809
- Deadweight: 298732 t
- Port State Control (PSC) inspections: 12 since 1998
- PSC detentions in the last 36 months: 0
- Last PSC inspection: 27/09/2012
- Registered owner · Ship manager · ISM manager: NITC (Iran)
- Last AIS position: 4°3.2′N · 007°18.7′E · Speed 0.7 kn · received 29 January 2025 at 14:32 UTC
- Destination: Onne (NG ONN) · ETA 13 December 2025 at 12:49 UTC (as broadcast by the vessel)
Frequently asked questions
What is the vessel type and age of NAROON?
NAROON is a Crude Oil Tanker built in 1996. It is currently in its 30th year of service.
What are the capacity specifications for NAROON?
The vessel has a deadweight tonnage of 298,732 metric tonnes. Its gross tonnage is recorded at 156,809.
Which classification society is associated with NAROON?
The vessel is classed by the Korean Register. Its current classification status is listed as Withdrawn.
Where has NAROON been recently observed?
The vessel has been observed in West Africa, South Asia, and the Singapore Strait. These locations represent its recent geographic trading areas.
What is the port-state control record for NAROON?
No port state control (PSC) inspections were recorded in the last 36 months; 12 inspections are on file since 1998, the most recent on 27 September 2012.
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