EKSPANDER (IMO 9281011)
EKSPANDER is a Crude Oil Tanker built in 2004 and flying the Russia flag, placing it in its 22nd year of service. The vessel reports a deadweight tonnage of 115,048 metric tonnes and a gross tonnage of 62,845. Given its capacity and type, it is configured for the transport of crude oil products. The vessel is classed by the Russian Maritime Register of Shipping. Recent observation data places the vessel in the Middle America and Gulf of Mexico region. It has previously operated under 11 different flag states and has been registered under 6 former names. No port state control (PSC) inspections were recorded in the last 36 months; 32 inspections are on file since 2004, the most recent on 17 February 2023.
- Type: Crude Oil Tanker
- Flag: Russia
- Year built: 2004
- MMSI: 273279360
- Call sign: UAYE6
- Gross tonnage: 62845
- Deadweight: 115048 t
- Beam: 44 m
- Home port: Sochi
- Port State Control (PSC) inspections: 32 since 2004
- PSC detentions in the last 36 months: 0
- Last PSC detention: 20/04/2016, Lake Charles, Louisiana (US Coast Guard)
- Last PSC inspection: 17/02/2023
- Registered owner · Ship manager: PYAY SHIPPING LTD (China)
- ISM manager: FIRST SKYLINES LLC (Russia)
- Last AIS position: 60°6.4′N · 029°24.6′E · Speed 0.2 kn · at anchor · received 14 October 2026 at 05:52 UTC
- Destination: Saint Petersburg (RU LED) · ETA 30 November 2026 at 17:16 UTC (as broadcast by the vessel)
Frequently asked questions
What is the vessel type and age of EKSPANDER?
EKSPANDER is a Crude Oil Tanker built in 2004. It is currently in its 22nd year of service.
What are the dimensions and capacity of EKSPANDER?
The vessel has a deadweight tonnage of 115,048 metric tonnes and a gross tonnage of 62,845. Its beam is 44 metres and it has a maximum draught of 14.82 metres.
What engine does EKSPANDER use?
The vessel is equipped with an HSD Engine Co., Ltd. engine. The specific model is a 7S60MC single-cylinder unit.
How many inspections has the vessel undergone?
No port state control (PSC) inspections were recorded in the last 36 months; 32 inspections are on file since 2004, the most recent on 17 February 2023.
What is the flag and classification of EKSPANDER?
The vessel currently flies the Russia flag and is classed by the Russian Maritime Register of Shipping. It is currently assigned to the grey band in both the Paris and Tokyo MoUs.
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