PAOLA (IMO 9299458)
PAOLA is a Chemical/Oil Products Tanker built in 2006 and flying the Hong Kong, China flag, placing it in its 20th year of service. The vessel reports a deadweight tonnage of 29,040 metric tonnes and a gross tonnage of 19,758. This vessel is configured for the transport of chemical and oil products. PAOLA is classed by Lloyd's Register, though its current class status is recorded as Withdrawn. The vessel has been observed in the South Asia region. It has previously operated under five different flag states and has been registered under two former names. Over the last 36 months it has had 5 port state control (PSC) inspections and no detentions. The most recent inspection was on 23 June 2025.
- Type: Chemical/Oil Products Tanker
- Flag: Hong Kong, China
- Year built: 2006
- MMSI: 477236200
- Call sign: VRXO3
- Gross tonnage: 19758
- Deadweight: 29040 t
- Port State Control (PSC) inspections: 52 since 2007
- PSC detentions in the last 36 months: 0
- Last PSC detention: 27/07/2015, Gwangyang (Tokyo MoU)
- Last PSC inspection: 23/06/2025
- Registered owner: GALE SHIPPING LTD-HKG (United Arab Emirates)
- Ship manager · ISM manager: BABYLON NAVIGATION DMCC (United Arab Emirates)
- Last AIS position: 25°35.6′N · 055°6.9′E · Speed 0.0 kn · at anchor · received 15 October 2026 at 05:59 UTC
- Destination: Sharjah (AE SHJ)
Frequently asked questions
What is the vessel type of PAOLA?
PAOLA is a Chemical/Oil Products Tanker. It was built in 2006 and is currently in its 20th year of service.
What are the tonnage specifications for PAOLA?
The vessel has a deadweight tonnage of 29,040 metric tonnes. Its gross tonnage is recorded at 19,758.
Which flag does PAOLA fly?
The vessel currently flies the Hong Kong, China flag. Throughout its history, it has operated under five different flag states.
What is the PSC inspection history for PAOLA?
Over the last 36 months it has had 5 port state control (PSC) inspections and no detentions, with 8 deficiencies recorded. The most recent inspection was on 23 June 2025. All-time records show 52 inspections since 2007 and 1 detention. The most recent detention was on 27 July 2015.
What is the classification status of PAOLA?
PAOLA is classed by Lloyd's Register. The current status of the vessel's classification is listed as Withdrawn.
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