LOTUS CARIB (IMO 9184677)
LOTUS CARIB is an Oil Products Tanker built in 1998 and flying the Jamaica flag, placing it in its 28th year of service. The vessel reports a deadweight tonnage of 3,171 metric tonnes and a gross tonnage of 1,943. Given its specifications, it is configured for specialized oil product transport operations. LOTUS CARIB is classed by DNV, which is a member of the International Association of Classification Societies (IACS). The vessel has been observed in the Middle America and Gulf of Mexico regions. It has previously operated under one former name and six different flag states. Over the last 36 months it has had 1 port state control (PSC) inspection and no detentions. The most recent inspection was on 22 September 2026.
- Type: Oil Products Tanker
- Flag: Jamaica
- Year built: 1998
- MMSI: 339301180
- Call sign: 6YTW8
- Gross tonnage: 1943
- Deadweight: 3171 t
- Port State Control (PSC) inspections: 39 since 1999
- PSC detentions in the last 36 months: 0
- Last PSC detention: 18/11/2000, Marina di carrara (Paris MoU)
- Last PSC inspection: 22/09/2026
- Registered owner: LOTUS ENERGY LTD (Germany)
- Ship manager: VEGA-REEDEREI FRIEDRICH DAUBER (Germany)
- ISM manager: VEGA-REEDEREI GMBH & CO KG (Germany)
- Last AIS position: 10°21.6′N · 075°30.5′W · moored · received 30 September 2026 at 22:10 UTC
- Destination: Cartagena (CO CTG)
Frequently asked questions
What is the vessel type and age of LOTUS CARIB?
LOTUS CARIB is an Oil Products Tanker. It was built in 1998 and is currently in its 28th year of service.
What are the tonnage specifications for LOTUS CARIB?
The vessel has a deadweight tonnage of 3,171 metric tonnes. Its gross tonnage is recorded at 1,943.
Which classification society manages LOTUS CARIB?
The vessel is classed by DNV, which is an IACS member. Its current classification status is listed as Reinstated.
Where has LOTUS CARIB been operating recently?
The vessel has been observed in the Middle America and Gulf of Mexico regions. These areas 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 no detentions, with no deficiencies recorded. The most recent inspection was on 22 September 2026. All-time records show 39 inspections since 1999 and 1 detention. The most recent detention was on 18 November 2000.
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