CHIWETALU (IMO 9164213)
CHIWETALU is an Oil Products Tanker built in 1999 and flying the St.Kitts and Nevis flag, placing it in its 27th year of service. The vessel reports a deadweight tonnage of 71,345 metric tonnes and a gross tonnage of 40,705. This capacity is typical for tankers engaged in regional oil product distribution. CHIWETALU is classed by DNV, which is a member of the International Association of Classification Societies (IACS). The vessel has been observed operating in the West Africa region. It has a history of operating under 8 different flags and has been known by 3 former names. No port state control (PSC) inspections were recorded in the last 36 months; 41 inspections are on file since 1999, the most recent on 9 February 2015.
- Type: Oil Products Tanker
- Flag: St.Kitts and Nevis
- Year built: 1999
- MMSI: 341709001
- Call sign: V4CN6
- Gross tonnage: 40705
- Deadweight: 71345 t
- Port State Control (PSC) inspections: 41 since 1999
- PSC detentions in the last 36 months: 0
- Last PSC inspection: 09/02/2015
- Registered owner · Ship manager: WHITE DOVE SHIPPING CO LTD (Nigeria)
- Last AIS position: 5°28.5′N · 005°26.5′E · Speed 0.2 kn · received 4 October 2026 at 10:49 UTC
- Destination: ESCRAVOS OIL TERMINAL · ETA 23 November 2026 at 10:19 UTC (as broadcast by the vessel)
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Frequently asked questions
What is the vessel type and age of CHIWETALU?
CHIWETALU is an Oil Products Tanker. It was built in 1999 and is currently in its 27th year of service.
What are the tonnage specifications for CHIWETALU?
The vessel has a deadweight tonnage of 71,345 metric tonnes. Its gross tonnage is recorded at 40,705.
Which classification society maintains CHIWETALU?
The vessel is classed by DNV, which is an IACS member. Its current class status is listed as Delivered.
Where has CHIWETALU been recently observed?
The vessel has been observed in the West Africa region. This area is part of its recent operational profile.
How many inspections has the vessel undergone?
No port state control (PSC) inspections were recorded in the last 36 months; 41 inspections are on file since 1999, the most recent on 9 February 2015.
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