TANIA STAR (IMO 9134165)
TANIA STAR is a LPG Tanker built in 1996 and flying the Benin False flag, placing it in its 30th year of service. The vessel reports a deadweight tonnage of 30,309 metric tonnes and a gross tonnage of 25,337. At this capacity, it functions as a medium-sized LPG carrier for specialized gas transport. Classification is provided by Bureau Veritas, though the current class status is recorded as Withdrawn. The vessel has been observed in the Mediterranean Sea and South Asia over recent periods. It has a history of 6 former names and has operated under 4 different flag states. Over the last 36 months it has had 1 port state control (PSC) inspection and 1 detention. The most recent inspection was on 2 January 2025.
- Type: LPG Tanker
- Flag: Benin False
- Year built: 1996
- Call sign: UNKNOWN
- Gross tonnage: 25337
- Deadweight: 30309 t
- Length overall: 196 m
- Beam: 30 m
- Port State Control (PSC) inspections: 55 since 1998
- PSC detentions in the last 36 months: 1
- Last PSC detention: 02/01/2025, Tuticorin (Indian Ocean MoU)
- Last PSC inspection: 02/01/2025
Frequently asked questions
What is the vessel type and age of TANIA STAR?
TANIA STAR is an LPG Tanker built in 1996. It is currently in its 30th year of service.
What are the tonnage specifications for TANIA STAR?
The vessel has a deadweight tonnage of 30,309 metric tonnes. Its gross tonnage is recorded at 25,337.
Which classification society is associated with this vessel?
The vessel is classed by Bureau Veritas, which is an IACS member. Its current class status is listed as Withdrawn.
Where has TANIA STAR been recently observed?
The vessel has been observed in South Asia and the Mediterranean Sea. These regions represent its most recent recorded geographic activity.
How many PSC inspections has the vessel undergone?
Over the last 36 months it has had 1 port state control (PSC) inspection and 1 detention, with 12 deficiencies recorded. The most recent inspection was on 2 January 2025. All-time records show 55 inspections since 1998 and 2 detentions. The most recent detention was on 2 January 2025.
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