MINERVA JOY (IMO 9363479)
MINERVA JOY is an Oil Products Tanker built in 2008 and flying the Malta flag, placing it in its 18th year of service. The vessel reports a deadweight tonnage of 45,990, a gross tonnage of 28,056, and a length overall of 179.88 metres. This size and specification are typical for regional oil product transport operations. MINERVA JOY is classed by DNV, which is a member of the International Association of Classification Societies (IACS). The vessel has been observed in North Europe, West Europe, and the Mediterranean Sea over recent periods. It has operated under four former flag states and three former names. Over the last 36 months it has had 9 port state control (PSC) inspections and no detentions. The most recent inspection was on 25 August 2026.
- Type: Oil Products Tanker
- Flag: Malta
- Year built: 2008
- MMSI: 229446000
- Call sign: 9HA3334
- Gross tonnage: 28056
- Deadweight: 45990 t
- Length overall: 179.88 m
- Beam: 32.2 m
- Home port: VALLETTA
- Port State Control (PSC) inspections: 41 since 2009
- PSC detentions in the last 36 months: 0
- Last PSC inspection: 25/08/2026
- Registered owner: ATHENA NAVIGATION CO (Greece)
- Ship manager · ISM manager · DOC holder: MINERVA MARINE INC (Greece)
- Last AIS position: 24°23.5′N · 089°29.9′W · Speed 8.6 kn · moored · received 10 October 2026 at 08:17 UTC
- Destination: To be nominated
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Frequently asked questions
What is the vessel type and age of MINERVA JOY?
MINERVA JOY is an Oil Products Tanker built in 2008. It is currently in its 18th year of service.
What are the dimensions of MINERVA JOY?
The vessel has a length overall of 179.88 metres and a beam of 32.2 metres. It operates with a maximum draught of 12.05 metres.
Which classification society maintains MINERVA JOY?
The vessel is classed by DNV, which is an IACS member. Its current class notation is Tanker for oil E0 ESP TMON(oil lubricated).
What is the PSC inspection history for this vessel?
Over the last 36 months it has had 9 port state control (PSC) inspections and no detentions, with 12 deficiencies recorded. The most recent inspection was on 25 August 2026. All-time records show 41 inspections since 2009 and no detentions.
What is the cargo capacity of MINERVA JOY?
The vessel has a deadweight tonnage of 45,990 metric tonnes. Its gross tonnage is recorded at 28,056.
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