VALOR (IMO 9258179)
VALOR is a Crude Oil Tanker built in 2004 and flying the Liberia flag, placing it in its 22nd year of service. The vessel reports a deadweight tonnage of 47,199 metric tonnes, a gross tonnage of 27,725, and a length overall of 182.4 metres. This configuration is typical for medium-sized tankers engaged in regional oil and chemical transport. VALOR is classed by DNV, which is a member of the International Association of Classification Societies (IACS). The vessel has been observed in South Africa, East Africa, and the East African coastal regions over recent periods. It has previously operated under two former names and three different flag states. Over the last 36 months it has had 7 port state control (PSC) inspections and 1 detention. The most recent inspection was on 30 July 2025.
- Type: Crude Oil Tanker
- Flag: Liberia
- Year built: 2004
- MMSI: 636018401
- Call sign: D5PM7
- Gross tonnage: 27725
- Deadweight: 47199 t
- Length overall: 182.4 m
- Beam: 32.2 m
- Home port: MONROVIA
- Port State Control (PSC) inspections: 56 since 2004
- PSC detentions in the last 36 months: 1
- Last PSC detention: 27/11/2024, Singapore (Tokyo MoU)
- Last PSC inspection: 30/07/2025
- Registered owner: NMB ROSEMARY LTD (United Arab Emirates)
- Ship manager: SPM SHIPPING - FZCO (United Arab Emirates)
- ISM manager · DOC holder: ROYAL MARINE SHIPMANAGEMENT
- Last AIS position: 30°2.3′S · 031°12.4′E · Speed 9.7 kn · under way · received 9 October 2026 at 15:27 UTC
- Destination: Port Elizabeth (US PEB) · ETA 11 October 2026 at 06:00 UTC (as broadcast by the vessel)
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Frequently asked questions
What are the dimensions of VALOR?
The vessel has a length overall of 182.4 metres and a beam of 32.2 metres. It operates with a maximum draught of 12.198 metres.
What is the capacity of VALOR?
The tanker has a deadweight tonnage of 47,199 metric tonnes. Its gross tonnage is recorded at 27,725.
Which classification society maintains VALOR?
VALOR is classed by DNV, which is an IACS member. The vessel's current status is listed as Delivered.
How many inspections has the vessel undergone?
Over the last 36 months it has had 7 port state control (PSC) inspections and 1 detention, with 17 deficiencies recorded. The most recent inspection was on 30 July 2025. All-time records show 56 inspections since 2004 and 3 detentions. The most recent detention was on 27 November 2024.
Where has VALOR been recently observed?
The vessel has been observed in South Africa and the East African region. These locations represent its most recent geographic activity.
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