SOBAR (IMO 9221970)
SOBAR is a Crude Oil Tanker built in 2001 and flying the Iran flag, placing it in its 25th year of service. The vessel reports a deadweight tonnage of 160,183 metric tonnes and a gross tonnage of 83,723. Given its capacity, it is configured for large-scale crude oil transport operations. SOBAR is classed by the Polish Register of Shipping. The vessel has been observed in South Asia, the Malacca Strait and Singapore Strait, and South East Asia. It has previously operated under six different flags and has been known by four former names. No port state control (PSC) inspections were recorded in the last 36 months; 35 inspections are on file since 2001, the most recent on 22 July 2018.
- Type: Crude Oil Tanker
- Flag: Iran
- Year built: 2001
- MMSI: 422160500
- Call sign: EPHE3
- Gross tonnage: 83723
- Deadweight: 160183 t
- Port State Control (PSC) inspections: 35 since 2001
- PSC detentions in the last 36 months: 0
- Last PSC inspection: 22/07/2018
- Registered owner: KAWKAB SHIPPING INC (India)
- Ship manager: VANIYA SHIP MANAGEMENT PVT LTD (India)
- Last AIS position: 26°49.7′N · 056°13.7′E · Speed 0.3 kn · at anchor · received 28 September 2026 at 05:44 UTC
- Destination: Istanbul (IST) (TR IST)
Frequently asked questions
What is the vessel type and age of SOBAR?
SOBAR is a Crude Oil Tanker built in 2001. It is currently in its 25th year of service.
What are the capacity specifications for SOBAR?
The vessel has a deadweight tonnage of 160,183 metric tonnes. Its gross tonnage is recorded at 83,723.
Which classification society is associated with SOBAR?
The vessel is classed by the Polish Register of Shipping. Its current classification status is listed as Withdrawn.
Where has SOBAR been recently observed?
The vessel has been active in South Asia and South East Asia. It has also been recorded operating in the Malacca Strait and Singapore Strait.
How many port-state inspections has SOBAR undergone?
No port state control (PSC) inspections were recorded in the last 36 months; 35 inspections are on file since 2001, the most recent on 22 July 2018.
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