VS PROSPERA (IMO 9298313)
VS PROSPERA is a Crude Oil Tanker built in 2005 and flying the Isle of Man flag, placing it in its 21st year of service. The vessel reports a deadweight tonnage of 73,869 metric tonnes and a gross tonnage of 41,966. At this capacity, the vessel is configured for crude oil transport operations. VS PROSPERA is classed by Lloyd's Register, which is a member of the International Association of Classification Societies (IACS). The vessel has been observed in the Middle America and Gulf of Mexico, West Europe, and the North America East Coast regions. It has previously operated under two former names and five different flag states. Over the last 36 months it has had 8 port state control (PSC) inspections and no detentions. The most recent inspection was on 7 November 2025.
- Type: Crude Oil Tanker
- Flag: Isle of Man
- Year built: 2005
- MMSI: 232006316
- Call sign: MAOT6
- Gross tonnage: 41966
- Deadweight: 73869 t
- Beam: 32.26 m
- Home port: NAPOLI -
- Port State Control (PSC) inspections: 60 since 2005
- PSC detentions in the last 36 months: 0
- Last PSC detention: 01/06/2023, Karlshamn (Paris MoU)
- Last PSC inspection: 07/11/2025
- Registered owner: VALLOEBY PROSPERA LTD (USA)
- Ship manager: PENFIELD MARINE LLC (USA)
- ISM manager: HELLESPONT SHIP MGMT GMBH & CO (Germany)
- Last AIS position: 9°26.8′N · 079°56.0′W · Speed 0.1 kn · moored · received 9 October 2026 at 17:50 UTC
- Destination: PA MNP
Frequently asked questions
What is the vessel type and age of VS PROSPERA?
VS PROSPERA is a Crude Oil Tanker built in 2005. It is currently in its 21st year of service.
What are the dimensions and capacity of VS PROSPERA?
The vessel has a deadweight tonnage of 73,869 metric tonnes and a gross tonnage of 41,966. Its beam is measured at 32.26 metres.
Which classification society maintains VS PROSPERA?
The vessel is classed by Lloyd's Register, which is an IACS member. Its current class status is listed as Delivered.
What is the engine power of VS PROSPERA?
The vessel's main engine is rated at 11,300 kW. This power rating supports its operations as a crude oil tanker.
How many inspections has VS PROSPERA undergone recently?
Over the last 36 months it has had 8 port state control (PSC) inspections and no detentions; the deficiency count is reported for 6 of them. The most recent inspection was on 7 November 2025. All-time records show 60 inspections since 2005 and 3 detentions. The most recent detention was on 1 June 2023.
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