FABULE (IMO 9276573)

FABULE is an Aframax crude oil tanker built in 2004 and flying the flag of Malawi (not confirmed by the registry); it is in its 22nd year of service. The vessel has a deadweight of 103,622 tonnes, a gross tonnage of 58,156, and a length overall of 244 metres. Tankers of this size carry crude oil and fuel oil on short- and medium-haul routes. FABULE's class with the American Bureau of Shipping was withdrawn on 4 April 2025 following a casualty. The vessel has been observed most often in South East Asia, East Asia, and the South China Sea (latest area report: March 2026). It has previously sailed under two other names and three other flags. Over the last 36 months it has had 2 port state control (PSC) inspections and no detentions. The most recent inspection was on 27 December 2024.

Frequently asked questions

What type of vessel is FABULE?

FABULE is an Aframax crude oil tanker built in 2004. It is in its 22nd year of service. Tankers of this size carry crude oil and fuel oil on short- and medium-haul routes.

What is the deadweight of FABULE?

FABULE has a deadweight of 103,622 tonnes. Its gross tonnage is 58,156. It measures 244 metres overall.

What flag does FABULE fly?

FABULE flies the flag of Malawi (not confirmed by the registry). Earlier it sailed under three other flags.

Who classes FABULE?

FABULE's class with the American Bureau of Shipping was withdrawn on 4 April 2025 following a casualty.

How many port state control inspections has FABULE had?

Over the last 36 months it has had 2 port state control (PSC) inspections and no detentions, with 6 deficiencies recorded. The most recent inspection was on 27 December 2024. All-time records show 44 inspections since 2004 and no detentions.

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