ARK III (IMO 9187655)
ARK III is a Crude Oil Tanker built in 2000 and flying the Iran flag, placing it in its 26th year of service. The vessel reports a deadweight tonnage of 99,030 metric tonnes and a gross tonnage of 56,068. At this capacity, the vessel is configured for the transport of crude oil products. Information regarding the classification society and IACS membership is not available in the current records. No port state control (PSC) inspections were recorded in the last 36 months; 21 inspections are on file since 2001, the most recent on 22 May 2017. ARK III has a history of multiple name and flag changes, having operated under 7 former names and 6 former flags.
- Type: Crude Oil Tanker
- Flag: Iran
- Year built: 2000
- MMSI: 422181000
- Call sign: EQWX
- Gross tonnage: 56068
- Deadweight: 99030 t
- Length overall: 248 m
- Beam: 43 m
- Port State Control (PSC) inspections: 21 since 2001
- PSC detentions in the last 36 months: 0
- Last PSC inspection: 22/05/2017
- Registered owner · Ship manager · ISM manager: NITC (Iran)
- Last AIS position: 29°13.5′N · 050°20.4′E · Speed 2.3 kn · received 14 March 2026 at 15:00 UTC
- Destination: Kharg Island Oil Terminal (IR KHK)
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Frequently asked questions
What is the vessel type of ARK III?
ARK III is a Crude Oil Tanker. It was built in 2000 and is currently in its 26th year of service.
What are the tonnage specifications for ARK III?
The vessel has a deadweight tonnage of 99,030 metric tonnes. Its gross tonnage is recorded at 56,068.
How many inspections has ARK III undergone recently?
No port state control (PSC) inspections were recorded in the last 36 months; 21 inspections are on file since 2001, the most recent on 22 May 2017.
Has the vessel's name or flag changed over time?
Yes, the vessel has a history of multiple changes. It has operated under 7 former names and 6 former flags throughout its service life.
What is the current flag of ARK III?
ARK III is currently flying the Iran flag. It is a 26-year-old vessel operating in this capacity.
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