RIKER (IMO 9253909)
RIKER is a Crude Oil Tanker built in 2002 and flying the Palau (Republic of) flag, placing it in its 24th year of service. The vessel reports a deadweight tonnage of 149,995 metric tonnes and a gross tonnage of 79,525. This capacity is consistent with medium-to-large scale crude oil transport operations. No classification society or IACS membership data is currently available for this vessel. Over the last 36 months it has had 6 port state control (PSC) inspections and 2 detentions. The most recent inspection was on 11 October 2025. It has a history of 4 former names and has operated under 7 different flag states throughout its service life.
- Type: Crude Oil Tanker
- Flag: Sierra leone
- Year built: 2002
- MMSI: 667002011
- Call sign: 9LU2814
- Gross tonnage: 79525
- Deadweight: 149995 t
- Length overall: 272 m
- Beam: 45.6 m
- Home port: MALAKAL HARBOR - 230100352600020455
- Port State Control (PSC) inspections: 47 since 2002
- PSC detentions in the last 36 months: 2
- Last PSC detention: 10/10/2025, Rizhao (Tokyo MoU)
- Last PSC inspection: 11/10/2025
- Registered owner · Ship manager: RIKER NAVIGATION LTD (Marshall Islands)
- Last AIS position: 40°50.9′N · 029°16.0′E · Speed 0.0 kn · moored · received 15 October 2026 at 11:42 UTC
- Destination: Tuzla (TR TUZ)
Frequently asked questions
What is the vessel type and age of RIKER?
RIKER is a Crude Oil Tanker. It was built in 2002 and is currently in its 24th year of service.
What are the dimensions and capacity of RIKER?
The vessel has a deadweight tonnage of 149,995 metric tonnes and a gross tonnage of 79,525. Its beam is measured at 45.6 metres.
How many inspections has RIKER undergone recently?
Over the last 36 months it has had 6 port state control (PSC) inspections and 2 detentions, with 35 deficiencies recorded. The most recent inspection was on 11 October 2025. All-time records show 47 inspections since 2002 and 2 detentions. The most recent detention was on 10 October 2025.
What is the engine power of RIKER?
The vessel is equipped with a main engine rated at 12,370 kW. This power rating supports its operations as a Crude Oil Tanker.
How many previous names and flags has the vessel had?
RIKER has been registered under 4 former names during its career. Additionally, it has operated under 7 different flag states.
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