VIRGO (IMO 9236250)
VIRGO is a Crude Oil Tanker built in 2002 and flying the Botswana False flag, placing it in its 24th year of service. The vessel reports a deadweight tonnage of 305,796, a gross tonnage of 154,348, and a length overall of 331 metres. This large-scale tanker is configured for significant crude oil transport operations. VIRGO is classed by National Shipping Adjusters Inc., which is not an IACS member. The vessel has been observed in the Singapore Strait, South Asia, and South East Asia over recent periods. It has a history of 6 former names and has operated under 8 different flags. Over the last 36 months it has had 3 port state control (PSC) inspections and 1 detention. The most recent inspection was on 31 March 2025.
- Type: Crude Oil Tanker
- Flag: Botswana False
- Year built: 2002
- Call sign: UNKNOWN
- Gross tonnage: 154348
- Deadweight: 305796 t
- Length overall: 331 m
- Beam: 58 m
- Port State Control (PSC) inspections: 20 since 2003
- PSC detentions in the last 36 months: 1
- Last PSC detention: 27/03/2025, Rizhao (Tokyo MoU)
- Last PSC inspection: 31/03/2025
- Registered owner · Ship manager: RISING PHOENIX PROVIDER NV (Suriname)
- ISM manager: MARZIYA SHIPPING OPC PVT LTD (India)
Frequently asked questions
What is the vessel type and age of VIRGO?
VIRGO is a Crude Oil Tanker built in 2002. It is currently in its 24th year of service.
What are the dimensions of VIRGO?
The vessel has a length overall of 331 metres and a beam of 58 metres. These dimensions support its 305,796 DWT capacity.
How many inspections has VIRGO undergone?
Over the last 36 months it has had 3 port state control (PSC) inspections and 1 detention, with 17 deficiencies recorded. The most recent inspection was on 31 March 2025. All-time records show 20 inspections since 2003 and 1 detention. The most recent detention was on 27 March 2025.
What is the classification of VIRGO?
VIRGO is classed by National Shipping Adjusters Inc. The current status of the vessel's class is listed as Delivered.
Where has VIRGO been recently observed?
The vessel has been observed in the Singapore Strait, South Asia, and South East Asia. These regions represent its most recent recorded geographic activity.
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