CAROLINE BEZENGI (IMO 9224439)
CAROLINE BEZENGI is a Crude Oil Tanker built in 2001 and flying the Cameroon flag, placing it in its 25th year of service. The vessel reports a deadweight tonnage of 159,168 metric tonnes and a gross tonnage of 81,085. This capacity classifies it as a large tanker for crude oil transport. CAROLINE BEZENGI is classed by the International Register of Shipping (IS). The vessel has been observed in the Mediterranean Sea, South Asia, and East Asia over recent periods. It has operated under six different flags and has been known by four former names. Over the last 36 months it has had 3 port state control (PSC) inspections and 1 detention. The most recent inspection was on 17 March 2025.
- Type: Crude Oil Tanker
- Flag: Cameroon
- Year built: 2001
- Call sign: UNKNOWN
- Gross tonnage: 81085
- Deadweight: 159168 t
- Length overall: 274 m
- Beam: 48 m
- Port State Control (PSC) inspections: 33 since 2002
- PSC detentions in the last 36 months: 1
- Last PSC detention: 28/02/2025, Vladivostok (Tokyo MoU)
- Last PSC inspection: 17/03/2025
- Registered owner: RENTOOR SHIPMANAGEMENT LTD (China)
- Ship manager · ISM manager: VILLAR SHIPMANAGEMENT LTD (China)
Frequently asked questions
What is the vessel type and age of CAROLINE BEZENGI?
CAROLINE BEZENGI is a Crude Oil Tanker. It was built in 2001 and is currently in its 25th year of service.
What are the tonnage specifications for this tanker?
The vessel has a deadweight tonnage of 159,168 metric tonnes. Its gross tonnage is recorded at 81,085.
Which flag does the vessel currently fly?
The vessel currently flies the Cameroon flag. Throughout its history, it has operated under 6 different flag states.
What is the PSC inspection history for CAROLINE BEZENGI?
Over the last 36 months it has had 3 port state control (PSC) inspections and 1 detention, with 3 deficiencies recorded. The most recent inspection was on 17 March 2025. All-time records show 33 inspections since 2002 and 1 detention. The most recent detention was on 28 February 2025.
Where has the vessel been recently observed?
The vessel has been observed in the Mediterranean Sea, South Asia, and East Asia. These regions represent its recent operational footprint.
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