ELARA (IMO 9309148)
ELARA is a Chemical/Oil Products Tanker built in 2006 and flying the Tuvalu flag, placing it in its 20th year of service. The vessel reports a deadweight tonnage of 11,276 metric tonnes and a gross tonnage of 6,785. This size and type suggest its utility in transporting liquid chemical or petroleum products. ELARA is classed by Turk Loydu, which is an IACS member. The vessel has been observed in the Mediterranean Sea and West Europe over recent periods. It has been registered under three former names and has operated under eight different flag states. Over the last 36 months it has had 6 port state control (PSC) inspections and no detentions. The most recent inspection was on 15 August 2026.
- Type: Chemical/Oil Products Tanker
- Flag: Tuvalu
- Year built: 2006
- MMSI: 271054324
- Call sign: TCB2215
- Gross tonnage: 6785
- Deadweight: 11276 t
- Port State Control (PSC) inspections: 27 since 2006
- PSC detentions in the last 36 months: 0
- Last PSC detention: 24/10/2022, Teesport (Paris MoU)
- Last PSC inspection: 15/08/2026
- Registered owner: ELARA SHIPPING CORP LTD (Turkey)
- Ship manager: LEA SHIPPING CORP LTD (Turkey)
- ISM manager: OZPULATHANE DENIZ TASIMACILIGI (Turkey)
- Last AIS position: 45°21.8′N · 028°18.7′E · Speed 0.3 kn · received 1 October 2026 at 18:44 UTC
- Destination: Sulina (Port et Zone Franche) (RO SUL) · ETA 2 October 2026 at 10:12 UTC (as broadcast by the vessel)
Frequently asked questions
What is the vessel type of ELARA?
ELARA is a Chemical/Oil Products Tanker. It was built in 2006 and is currently in its 20th year of service.
What are the capacity specifications for ELARA?
The vessel has a deadweight tonnage of 11,276 metric tonnes. Its gross tonnage is recorded at 6,785.
Which classification society maintains ELARA?
ELARA is classed by Turk Loydu. This society is a recognized member of the International Association of Classification Societies (IACS).
Where has ELARA been recently observed?
The vessel has been observed in the Mediterranean Sea and West Europe. These regions represent its most recent recorded geographic activity.
How many PSC inspections has ELARA undergone?
Over the last 36 months it has had 6 port state control (PSC) inspections and no detentions, with 7 deficiencies recorded. The most recent inspection was on 15 August 2026. All-time records show 27 inspections since 2006 and 1 detention. The most recent detention was on 24 October 2022.
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