OCEAN START (IMO 9293507)
OCEAN START is a Crude Oil Tanker built in 2005 and flying the Bahamas flag, placing it in its 21st year of service. The vessel reports a deadweight tonnage of 158,280 metric tonnes, a gross tonnage of 81,770, and a length overall of 274 metres. This size and capacity are characteristic of large-scale crude oil transport operations.
OCEAN START is classed by the Indian Register of Shipping, which is an IACS member. The vessel has been observed in South East Asia and East Asia over recent periods. It has previously operated under two different names and two different flag states. Over the last 36 months it has had 2 port state control (PSC) inspections and no detentions. The most recent inspection was on 12 May 2026.
- Type: Crude Oil Tanker
- Flag: Bahamas
- Year built: 2005
- MMSI: 311001850
- Call sign: C6JD6
- Gross tonnage: 81770
- Deadweight: 158280 t
- Length overall: 274 m
- Beam: 47.99 m
- Home port: Nassau
- Port State Control (PSC) inspections: 37 since 2005
- PSC detentions in the last 36 months: 0
- Last PSC detention: 13/05/2015, Melbourne (Tokyo MoU)
- Last PSC inspection: 12/05/2026
- Registered owner: HK OCEAN START SHIPPING LTD (China)
- Ship manager · ISM manager: HONGTAI SHIPPING LTD (China)
- Last AIS position: 1°55.3′N · 104°54.5′E · Speed 13.6 kn
- Destination: Telok Ramunia (MY TRM) · ETA 2026-10-03T03:34:00.000Z
Frequently asked questions
What is the vessel type and age of OCEAN START?
OCEAN START is a Crude Oil Tanker built in 2005. It is currently in its 21st year of service.
What are the dimensions of OCEAN START?
The vessel has a length overall of 274 metres and a beam of 47.99 metres. It operates with a maximum draught of 17.07 metres.
What engine specifications does the vessel have?
The vessel is powered by a 6S70MC main engine. This engine provides a power output of 18,660 kW.
How many PSC inspections has the vessel undergone?
Over the last 36 months it has had 2 port state control (PSC) inspections and no detentions, with 5 deficiencies recorded. The most recent inspection was on 12 May 2026. All-time records show 37 inspections since 2005 and 2 detentions. The most recent detention was on 13 May 2015.
What is the deadweight tonnage of OCEAN START?
The vessel has a deadweight tonnage of 158,280 metric tonnes. Its gross tonnage is recorded at 81,770.
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