BLUE (IMO 9151840)

BLUE is a Crude Oil Tanker built in 1997 and flying the Palau (Republic of) flag, placing it in its 29th year of service. The vessel reports a deadweight tonnage of 149,775 metric tonnes and a gross tonnage of 79,494. At this capacity, the vessel is configured for large-scale crude oil transport operations. BLUE is classed by Registro Italiano Navale. The vessel has been observed in South Asia, the Mediterranean Sea, and the Malacca and Singapore Straits. It has previously operated under two different names and two different flag states. No port state control (PSC) inspections were recorded in the last 36 months; 39 inspections are on file since 1999, the most recent on 20 February 2022.

Frequently asked questions

What is the vessel type and age of BLUE?

BLUE is a Crude Oil Tanker built in 1997. It is currently in its 29th year of service.

What are the capacity specifications for BLUE?

The vessel has a deadweight tonnage of 149,775 metric tonnes. Its gross tonnage is recorded at 79,494.

Which flag does the vessel currently fly?

The vessel flies the Palau (Republic of) flag. This flag is currently categorized in the black band for both Paris and Tokyo MoU.

What is the classification status of BLUE?

The vessel is classed by Registro Italiano Navale. Its current classification status is listed as Withdrawn.

How many PSC inspections has the vessel undergone?

No port state control (PSC) inspections were recorded in the last 36 months; 39 inspections are on file since 1999, the most recent on 20 February 2022.

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