DEFIANCE (IMO 9247974)
DEFIANCE is a Crude Oil Tanker built in 2002 and flying the Indonesia flag, placing it in its 24th year of service. The vessel reports a deadweight tonnage of 99,999 metric tonnes and a gross tonnage of 56,432. At this capacity, it is configured for significant crude oil transport operations. DEFIANCE is classed by DNV, which is a member of the International Association of Classification Societies (IACS). The vessel has been observed in the Indian Ocean, the Java Sea, and the Singapore Strait over recent periods. It has operated under four former names and five different flag states throughout its history. No port state control (PSC) inspections were recorded in the last 36 months; 41 inspections are on file since 2002, the most recent on 4 April 2018.
- Type: Crude Oil Tanker
- Flag: Indonesia
- Year built: 2002
- MMSI: 525119077
- Call sign: YCGE2
- Gross tonnage: 56432
- Deadweight: 99999 t
- Port State Control (PSC) inspections: 41 since 2002
- PSC detentions in the last 36 months: 0
- Last PSC detention: 28/11/2007, Corpus Christi, Texas (US Coast Guard)
- Last PSC inspection: 04/04/2018
- Registered owner: WARUNA NUSA SENTANA PT (Indonesia)
- Ship manager · ISM manager: WARUNA SHIP MANAGEMENT PT (Indonesia)
- Last AIS position: 0°5.4′S · 117°35.4′E · Speed 11.6 kn · under way · received 10 October 2026 at 22:08 UTC
- Destination: Santander (ES SDR)
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Frequently asked questions
What is the vessel type and age of DEFIANCE?
DEFIANCE is a Crude Oil Tanker built in 2002. It is currently in its 24th year of service.
What are the capacity specifications for DEFIANCE?
The vessel has a deadweight tonnage of 99,999 metric tonnes. Its gross tonnage is recorded at 56,432.
Which classification society manages DEFIANCE?
The vessel is classed by DNV, which is an IACS member. Its current classification status is listed as Reinstated.
Where has DEFIANCE been recently observed?
The vessel has been active in the Singapore Strait and the Java Sea. It has also been observed operating within the Indian Ocean and South East Asia.
What is the PSC inspection history for DEFIANCE?
No port state control (PSC) inspections were recorded in the last 36 months; 41 inspections are on file since 2002, the most recent on 4 April 2018.
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