KAPONTE (IMO 9322152)
KAPONTE is a Chemical/Oil Products Tanker built in 2006 and flying the Marshall Islands flag, placing it in its 20th year of service. The vessel reports a deadweight tonnage of 13,040 metric tonnes and a gross tonnage of 8,539. Given its capacity and type, it is configured for the transport of liquid chemical and oil products. KAPONTE is classed by the American Bureau of Shipping, which is a member of the International Association of Classification Societies. The vessel has been observed in West Africa and South Africa over recent periods. It has previously operated under two former names and one former flag state. Over the last 36 months it has had 1 port state control (PSC) inspection and no detentions. The most recent inspection was on 22 June 2024.
- Type: Chemical/Oil Products Tanker
- Flag: Marshall Islands
- Year built: 2006
- MMSI: 538002543
- Call sign: V7JL6
- Gross tonnage: 8539
- Deadweight: 13040 t
- Length overall: 128 m
- Beam: 20 m
- Port State Control (PSC) inspections: 29 since 2006
- PSC detentions in the last 36 months: 0
- Last PSC inspection: 22/06/2024
- Registered owner · Ship manager: KAPONTE SHIPPING SA (Greece)
- ISM manager: V SHIPS LTD (Monaco)
- Last AIS position: 8°44.8′S · 013°18.3′E · Speed 10.4 kn · received 30 August 2026 at 01:05 UTC
- Destination: Luanda (AO LAD)
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Frequently asked questions
What is the vessel type of KAPONTE?
KAPONTE 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 KAPONTE?
The vessel has a deadweight tonnage of 13,040 metric tonnes. Its gross tonnage is recorded at 8,539.
Which classification society maintains KAPONTE?
KAPONTE is classed by the American Bureau of Shipping. This society is a member of the International Association of Classification Societies (IACS).
Where has KAPONTE been recently observed?
The vessel has been observed in the West Africa and South Africa regions. These areas represent its most recent recorded geographic activity.
How many PSC inspections has the vessel undergone?
Over the last 36 months it has had 1 port state control (PSC) inspection and no detentions, with no deficiencies recorded. The most recent inspection was on 22 June 2024. All-time records show 29 inspections since 2006 and no detentions.
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