BALOS (IMO 9323560)
BALOS is a Chemical/Oil Products Tanker built in 2008 and flying the Liberia flag, placing it in its 18th year of service. The vessel reports a deadweight tonnage of 40,165 metric tonnes and a gross tonnage of 25,400. This capacity is typical for tankers engaged in the transport of liquid chemical and petroleum products. BALOS is classed by Lloyd's Register, which is a member of the International Association of Classification Societies (IACS). The vessel has been observed in the Mediterranean Sea, West Europe, and the Middle America and Gulf of Mexico regions. It has operated under one former flag and has been registered under three former names. Over the last 36 months it has had 6 port state control (PSC) inspections and no detentions. The most recent inspection was on 13 January 2026.
- Type: Chemical/Oil Products Tanker
- Flag: Liberia
- Year built: 2008
- MMSI: 636013645
- Call sign: A8OK8
- Gross tonnage: 25400
- Deadweight: 40165 t
- Length overall: 176 m
- Beam: 31 m
- Port State Control (PSC) inspections: 43 since 2009
- PSC detentions in the last 36 months: 0
- Last PSC inspection: 13/01/2026
- Registered owner: BALOS SHIPPING & TRADING CO (Greece)
- Ship manager · ISM manager: SPRING MARINE MANAGEMENT SA (Greece)
- Last AIS position: 39°5.2′N · 009°2.1′E · Speed 12.8 kn · under way · received 16 October 2026 at 02:05 UTC
- Destination: SARROCH OIL TERMINAL
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Frequently asked questions
What is the vessel type and age of BALOS?
BALOS is a Chemical/Oil Products Tanker built in 2008. It is currently in its 18th year of service.
What are the capacity specifications for BALOS?
The vessel has a deadweight tonnage of 40,165 metric tonnes. Its gross tonnage is recorded at 25,400.
Which classification society manages BALOS?
The vessel is classed by Lloyd's Register. This society is a recognized member of the International Association of Classification Societies (IACS).
Where has BALOS been recently operating?
The vessel has been observed in the Mediterranean Sea and West Europe. It has also been recorded in the Middle America and Gulf of Mexico regions.
What is the port-state control record for BALOS?
Over the last 36 months it has had 6 port state control (PSC) inspections and no detentions, with no deficiencies recorded. The most recent inspection was on 13 January 2026. All-time records show 43 inspections since 2009 and no detentions.
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