VIREL (IMO 9299874)
VIREL is a Chemical/Oil Products Tanker built in 2005 and flying the Cameroon flag, placing it in its 21st year of service. The vessel reports a deadweight tonnage of 45,998 metric tonnes, a gross tonnage of 29,646, and a length overall of 183 metres. This size and specification are typical for medium-range tankers engaged in liquid cargo transport. VIREL is classed by the Russian Maritime Register of Shipping, which is an IACS member. The vessel has been observed in the Mediterranean Sea, North Europe, and West Europe over recent periods. It has operated under 7 different flags and has been known by 4 former names. Over the last 36 months it has had 4 port state control (PSC) inspections and no detentions. The most recent inspection was on 19 June 2026.
- Type: Chemical/Oil Products Tanker
- Flag: Equatorial Guinea
- Year built: 2005
- MMSI: 631010120
- Call sign: 3CAN48
- Gross tonnage: 29646
- Deadweight: 45998 t
- Length overall: 183 m
- Beam: 32.2 m
- Home port: MALAKAL HARBOR - P047901
- Port State Control (PSC) inspections: 36 since 2006
- PSC detentions in the last 36 months: 0
- Last PSC inspection: 19/06/2026
- Registered owner: VIREL MARITIME SERVICES & TRDG (Turkey)
- Ship manager · ISM manager: EMT GEMI ISLETMECILIGI AS (Turkey)
- Last AIS position: 59°52.8′N · 030°19.5′E · Speed 5.8 kn · moored · received 10 October 2026 at 03:00 UTC
- Destination: Saint Petersburg (RU LED) · ETA 21 November 2026 at 10:23 UTC (as broadcast by the vessel)
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Frequently asked questions
What is the vessel type and age of VIREL?
VIREL is a Chemical/Oil Products Tanker built in 2005. It is currently in its 21st year of service.
What are the dimensions of VIREL?
The vessel has a length overall of 183 metres and a beam of 32.2 metres. It operates with a maximum draught of 12.21 metres.
What engine does VIREL use for propulsion?
The vessel is equipped with a Hyundai Heavy Industries Co.,Ltd engine. The specific model is a 6S50MC-C consisting of 1 unit.
How many inspections has VIREL undergone recently?
Over the last 36 months it has had 4 port state control (PSC) inspections and no detentions, with 9 deficiencies recorded. The most recent inspection was on 19 June 2026. All-time records show 36 inspections since 2006 and no detentions.
What is the flag and MoU status of VIREL?
The vessel currently flies the Cameroon flag. It is categorized within the black band for both the Paris MoU and the Tokyo MoU.
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