HERO II (IMO 9362073)
HERO II is a VLCC crude oil tanker built in 2007 and flying the flag of Iran; it is in its 19th year of service. The vessel has a deadweight of 317,355 tonnes and a gross tonnage of 163,650. Tankers of this size carry crude oil on long-haul routes. HERO II has been classed since 29 July 2016 by Lloyd's Register, a member of the International Association of Classification Societies (IACS). Its last class renewal survey, carried out by PRS, was on 22 July 2024. The vessel has been observed most often in the Singapore Strait, South East Asia, and the South China Sea (latest area report: June 2026). It has previously sailed under six other names and five other flags. No port state control (PSC) inspections were recorded in the last 36 months; 13 inspections are on file since 2008, the most recent on 30 August 2018.
- Type: Crude Oil Tanker
- Flag: Iran
- Year built: 2007
- MMSI: 422199700
- Call sign: EPIW4
- Gross tonnage: 163650
- Deadweight: 317355 t
- Port State Control (PSC) inspections: 13 since 2008
- PSC detentions in the last 36 months: 0
- Last PSC inspection: 30/08/2018
- Registered owner: MOONSTONE SHIPPING LTD (Iran)
- Ship manager · ISM manager: NITC (Iran)
- Last AIS position: 2°9.1′N · 102°1.5′E · Speed 12.4 kn · under way · received 9 August 2026 at 11:14 UTC
- Destination: For orders · ETA 25 August 2026 at 12:00 UTC (as broadcast by the vessel)
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Frequently asked questions
What type of vessel is HERO II?
HERO II is a VLCC crude oil tanker built in 2007. It is in its 19th year of service. Tankers of this size carry crude oil on long-haul routes.
What is the deadweight of HERO II?
HERO II has a deadweight of 317,355 tonnes. Its gross tonnage is 163,650.
What flag does HERO II fly?
HERO II flies the flag of Iran. Earlier it sailed under five other flags.
Who classes HERO II?
HERO II has been classed since 29 July 2016 by Lloyd's Register, a member of the International Association of Classification Societies (IACS). Its last class renewal survey, carried out by PRS, was on 22 July 2024.
How many port state control inspections has HERO II had?
No port state control (PSC) inspections were recorded in the last 36 months; 13 inspections are on file since 2008, the most recent on 30 August 2018.
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