AURORA (IMO 9258351)
AURORA is an Oil Products Tanker built in 2002 and flying the Sao Tome and Principe flag, placing it in its 24th year of service. The vessel reports a deadweight tonnage of 45,798 metric tonnes and a gross tonnage of 27,969. This capacity is typical for tankers engaged in regional oil product transport. Classification is provided by the Korean Register. The vessel has been observed in West Europe, North Europe, and the Mediterranean Sea over recent periods. It has previously operated under five different flags and four former names. Over the last 36 months it has had 3 port state control (PSC) inspections and no detentions. The most recent inspection was on 5 March 2026.
- Type: Oil Products Tanker
- Flag: Sao Tome and Principe
- Year built: 2002
- MMSI: 668116291
- Call sign: S9A3091
- Gross tonnage: 27969
- Deadweight: 45798 t
- Port State Control (PSC) inspections: 47 since 2003
- PSC detentions in the last 36 months: 0
- Last PSC inspection: 05/03/2026
- Registered owner · Ship manager: CROWN LINKAGE LTD (China)
- ISM manager: NANJING LANCHI SHIPPING CO LTD (China)
- Last AIS position: 60°5.4′N · 029°24.7′E · Speed 0.8 kn · under way · received 8 October 2026 at 19:57 UTC
- Destination: Saint Petersburg (RU LED)
Frequently asked questions
What is the vessel type and age of AURORA?
AURORA is an Oil Products Tanker. It was built in 2002 and is currently in its 24th year of service.
What are the tonnage specifications for AURORA?
The vessel has a deadweight tonnage of 45,798 metric tonnes. Its gross tonnage is recorded at 27,969.
Which flag does the vessel currently fly?
The vessel is currently flying the Sao Tome and Principe flag. It has operated under five different flags throughout its history.
What is the PSC inspection history for this vessel?
Over the last 36 months it has had 3 port state control (PSC) inspections and no detentions, with 25 deficiencies recorded. The most recent inspection was on 5 March 2026. All-time records show 47 inspections since 2003 and no detentions.
Where has AURORA been recently observed?
The vessel has been observed in West Europe, North Europe, and the Mediterranean Sea. These regions represent its most recent geographic activity.
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