BIRUNI (IMO 9248447)
BIRUNI is a Crude Oil Tanker built in 2003 and flying the Panama flag, placing it in its 23rd year of service. The vessel reports a deadweight tonnage of 148,553 metric tonnes, a gross tonnage of 81,141, and a length overall of 278 metres. This size and capacity are characteristic of large-scale crude oil transport operations. BIRUNI is classed by DNV, which is a member of the International Association of Classification Societies (IACS). The vessel has been observed in the Mediterranean Sea and South Asia over recent periods. It has been registered under four former names and has operated under two different flag states. Over the last 36 months it has had 4 port state control (PSC) inspections and no detentions. The most recent inspection was on 12 June 2025.
- Type: Crude Oil Tanker
- Flag: Panama
- Year built: 2003
- MMSI: 352002351
- Call sign: 3E2281
- Gross tonnage: 81141
- Deadweight: 148553 t
- Length overall: 278 m
- Beam: 46 m
- Home port: PANAMA
- Port State Control (PSC) inspections: 25 since 2004
- PSC detentions in the last 36 months: 0
- Last PSC inspection: 12/06/2025
- Registered owner · Ship manager: NERIKOS PORTAGE CORP (Mahe Island Seychelles)
- ISM manager · DOC holder: ZEYTHRA GROUP LLC-FZ (United Arab Emirates)
- Last AIS position: 30°15.2′N · 032°31.1′E · Speed 10.0 kn · under way · received 18 October 2026 at 13:42 UTC
- Destination: Singapore (SG SIN) · ETA 7 November 2026 at 00:00 UTC (as broadcast by the vessel)
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Frequently asked questions
What are the dimensions of BIRUNI?
The vessel has a length overall of 278 metres and a beam of 46 metres. It operates with a maximum draught of 17 metres.
What is the capacity of BIRUNI?
The tanker has a deadweight tonnage of 148,553 metric tonnes. Its gross tonnage is recorded at 81,141.
Which shipyard built BIRUNI?
The vessel was built by Samsung Heavy Industries Co. Ltd., Koje Shipyard. It was completed in 2003 and is now in its 23rd year of service.
What is the PSC inspection history for BIRUNI?
Over the last 36 months it has had 4 port state control (PSC) inspections and no detentions; the deficiency count is reported for 3 of them. The most recent inspection was on 12 June 2025. All-time records show 25 inspections since 2004 and no detentions.
What is the classification of BIRUNI?
BIRUNI is classed by DNV, which is an IACS member. The current class status is Reinstated with a specific tanker notation for oil.
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