ELKA APOLLON (IMO 9299111)
ELKA APOLLON is a Chemical/Oil Products Tanker built in 2005 and flying the Liberia flag, placing it in its 21st year of service. The vessel reports a deadweight tonnage of 101,970 metric tonnes and a gross tonnage of 59,486. This capacity is characteristic of medium-to-large tankers used for transporting liquid bulk cargoes. ELKA APOLLON is classed by the American Bureau of Shipping, which is an IACS member. The vessel has been observed in South Asia, the Malacca Strait, and the South China Sea. It has previously operated under one former name and two former flag states. Over the last 36 months it has had 1 port state control (PSC) inspection and no detentions. The most recent inspection was on 2 February 2026.
- Type: Chemical/Oil Products Tanker
- Flag: Liberia
- Year built: 2005
- MMSI: 636020082
- Call sign: D5XO6
- Gross tonnage: 59486
- Deadweight: 101970 t
- Length overall: 243 m
- Beam: 42 m
- Port State Control (PSC) inspections: 20 since 2005
- PSC detentions in the last 36 months: 0
- Last PSC inspection: 02/02/2026
- Registered owner: LYDIA INVESTMENTS (Greece)
- Ship manager · ISM manager: EUROPEAN PRODUCT CARRIERS LTD (Greece)
- Last AIS position: 25°25.4′N · 055°4.8′E · Speed 0.1 kn · at anchor · received 11 October 2026 at 01:28 UTC
- Destination: Dubai (AE DXB)
Frequently asked questions
What is the vessel type of ELKA APOLLON?
ELKA APOLLON is a Chemical/Oil Products Tanker. It was built in 2005 and is currently in its 21st year of service.
What are the capacity specifications for ELKA APOLLON?
The vessel has a deadweight tonnage of 101,970 metric tonnes. It also reports a gross tonnage of 59,486.
Which classification society maintains ELKA APOLLON?
The vessel is classed by the American Bureau of Shipping. This society is a recognized member of the International Association of Classification Societies (IACS).
Where has ELKA APOLLON been recently observed?
The vessel has been active in South Asia and the South China Sea. It has also been recorded transiting the Malacca Strait and Singapore Strait.
What is the PSC inspection history for ELKA APOLLON?
Over the last 36 months it has had 1 port state control (PSC) inspection and no detentions, with 4 deficiencies recorded. The most recent inspection was on 2 February 2026. All-time records show 20 inspections since 2005 and no detentions.
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