TAKAI (IMO 9288083)
TAKAI is a Crude Oil Tanker built in 2004 and flying the Panama flag, placing it in its 22nd year of service. The vessel reports a deadweight tonnage of 299,031, a gross tonnage of 156,973, and no length overall is specified. This large-scale tanker is configured for significant crude oil transport operations. TAKAI is classed by Korean Register, which is an IACS member. The vessel has been observed in South East Asia and East Asia over recent periods. It has a history of 6 former names and has operated under 4 different flag states. Over the last 36 months it has had 5 port state control (PSC) inspections and 2 detentions. The most recent inspection was on 26 September 2026.
- Type: Crude Oil Tanker
- Flag: Sierra leone
- Year built: 2004
- MMSI: 667002618
- Call sign: 9LS2321
- Gross tonnage: 156973
- Deadweight: 299031 t
- Length overall: 330 m
- Beam: 60 m
- Home port: FREETOWN
- Port State Control (PSC) inspections: 16 since 2005
- PSC detentions in the last 36 months: 2
- Last PSC detention: 26/09/2026, Yangpu Pt (Tokyo MoU)
- Last PSC inspection: 26/09/2026
- Registered owner: OVKIANVANCE PORT LTD (Sumqayit Azerbaijan)
- Ship manager · Technical manager · ISM manager: SAHLAN CREST LLC (Sumqayit Azerbaijan)
- Last AIS position: 5°54.2′N · 080°0.4′E · Speed 9.7 kn · under way · received 13 October 2026 at 00:37 UTC
- Destination: Khor al Fakkan (AE KLF) · ETA 20 October 2026 at 09:02 UTC (as broadcast by the vessel)
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Frequently asked questions
What is the vessel type and age of TAKAI?
TAKAI is a Crude Oil Tanker built in 2004. It is currently in its 22nd year of service.
What are the capacity specifications for TAKAI?
The vessel has a deadweight tonnage of 299,031 and a gross tonnage of 156,973. These figures indicate its capacity for large-scale crude oil transport.
Which classification society manages TAKAI?
TAKAI is classed by the Korean Register. This society is a recognized member of the International Association of Classification Societies (IACS).
What is the PSC inspection history for this vessel?
Over the last 36 months it has had 5 port state control (PSC) inspections and 2 detentions, with 21 deficiencies recorded. The most recent inspection was on 26 September 2026. All-time records show 16 inspections since 2005 and 2 detentions. The most recent detention was on 26 September 2026.
Where has TAKAI been recently observed?
The vessel has been observed in South East Asia and East Asia. These regions represent its recent operational geographic areas.
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