NOBLER (IMO 9255983)
NOBLER is a Chemical/Oil Products Tanker built in 2002 and flying the Bahamas flag, placing it in its 24th year of service. The vessel reports a deadweight tonnage of 19,949 metric tonnes, a gross tonnage of 11,590, and a length overall of 145 metres. This size profile is typical for specialized tanker operations in regional coastal or short-sea trades. NOBLER is classed by Nippon Kaiji Kyokai, which is a member of the International Association of Classification Societies (IACS). The vessel has been observed in South Asia, the Mediterranean Sea, and South East Asia over recent periods. It has been registered under four former names and has operated under three different flag states. Over the last 36 months it has had 8 port state control (PSC) inspections and 1 detention. The most recent inspection was on 24 July 2026.
- Type: Chemical/Oil Products Tanker
- Flag: Bahamas
- Year built: 2002
- MMSI: 311001914
- Call sign: C6JM7
- Gross tonnage: 11590
- Deadweight: 19949 t
- Length overall: 145 m
- Beam: 24 m
- Port State Control (PSC) inspections: 53 since 2002
- PSC detentions in the last 36 months: 1
- Last PSC detention: 24/07/2026, Ravenna (Paris MoU)
- Last PSC inspection: 24/07/2026
- Registered owner: RUISHENG SHIP MANAGEMENT LTD (China)
- Ship manager · ISM manager: QINGDAO SHENGXIANG SHIPPING CO (China)
- Last AIS position: 24°21.7′N · 036°28.6′E · Speed 11.9 kn · under way · received 9 October 2026 at 18:11 UTC
- Destination: Richards Bay (ZA RCB) · ETA 26 October 2026 at 05:24 UTC (as broadcast by the vessel)
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Frequently asked questions
What is the vessel type and age of NOBLER?
NOBLER is a Chemical/Oil Products Tanker. It was built in 2002 and is currently in its 24th year of service.
What are the dimensions of NOBLER?
The vessel has a length overall of 145 metres and a beam of 24 metres. It carries a deadweight tonnage of 19,949 metric tonnes.
Which classification society manages NOBLER?
The vessel is classed by Nippon Kaiji Kyokai. This society is a member of the International Association of Classification Societies (IACS).
What is the PSC inspection history for this vessel?
Over the last 36 months it has had 8 port state control (PSC) inspections and 1 detention, with 32 deficiencies recorded. The most recent inspection was on 24 July 2026. All-time records show 53 inspections since 2002 and 1 detention. The most recent detention was on 24 July 2026.
Where has NOBLER been recently observed?
The vessel has been active in South Asia, South East Asia, and the Mediterranean Sea. It currently flies the Bahamas flag.
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