CLAUS (IMO 9268253)
CLAUS is a Chemical/Oil Products Tanker built in 2004 and flying the Gibraltar flag, placing it in its 22nd year of service. The vessel reports a deadweight tonnage of 7,402 metric tonnes, a gross tonnage of 4,973, and a length overall of 106.13 metres. At this size, the vessel is configured for specialized liquid cargo transport. CLAUS is classed by DNV-GL (ex GL), which is an IACS member. The vessel has been observed in West Europe and North Europe over recent periods. It has previously operated under one former name and two former flags. Over the last 36 months it has had 3 port state control (PSC) inspections and no detentions. The most recent inspection was on 31 March 2026.
- Type: Chemical/Oil Products Tanker
- Flag: Gibraltar
- Year built: 2004
- MMSI: 236263000
- Call sign: ZDGN7
- Gross tonnage: 4973
- Deadweight: 7402 t
- Length overall: 106.13 m
- Beam: 16.5 m
- Home port: Gibraltar
- Port State Control (PSC) inspections: 29 since 2004
- PSC detentions in the last 36 months: 0
- Last PSC detention: 03/10/2019, Antwerp (Paris MoU)
- Last PSC inspection: 31/03/2026
- Registered owner: EBERHARDT TANKERS (Germany)
- Ship manager · ISM manager · DOC holder: CARL F PETERS GMBH & CO (Germany)
- Last AIS position: 51°44.9′N · 005°13.7′W · Speed 0.3 kn · at anchor · received 12 October 2026 at 21:46 UTC
- Destination: Milford Haven (GB MLF)
Frequently asked questions
What is the vessel type and capacity of CLAUS?
CLAUS is a Chemical/Oil Products Tanker. It has a deadweight tonnage of 7,402 metric tonnes and a gross tonnage of 4,973.
Who built the vessel CLAUS?
The vessel was built in 2004 by Sedef Gemi Insaati A.S. It is currently in its 22nd year of service.
What are the dimensions of CLAUS?
The vessel has a length overall of 106.13 metres and a beam of 16.5 metres. Its maximum recorded draught is 7.448 metres.
What is the classification of CLAUS?
CLAUS is classed by DNV-GL (ex GL), which is an IACS member. The vessel carries the notation Chemical tanker Type 2, Oil tanker, and ESP.
How many inspections has CLAUS undergone?
Over the last 36 months it has had 3 port state control (PSC) inspections and no detentions, with 4 deficiencies recorded. The most recent inspection was on 31 March 2026. All-time records show 29 inspections since 2004 and 1 detention. The most recent detention was on 3 October 2019.
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