SONGA TAURUS is a Chemical/Oil Products Tanker built in 2009 and flying the Portugal (MAR) flag, placing it in its 17th year of service. The vessel reports a deadweight tonnage of 16,611 metric tonnes, a gross tonnage of 11,935, and a length overall of 144 metres. This vessel is configured for the transport of chemical and oil products. SONGA TAURUS is classed by the Korean Register, which is an IACS member. The vessel has been observed in the Mediterranean Sea, North Europe, and West Europe over recent periods. It has previously operated under 6 different flags and has been known by 3 former names. Over the last 36 months it has had 2 port state control (PSC) inspections and no detentions. The most recent inspection was on 5 January 2026.
SONGA TAURUS is a Chemical/Oil Products Tanker. It was built in 2009 and is currently in its 17th year of service.
The vessel has a length overall of 144 metres and a beam of 23 metres. It has a gross tonnage of 11,935 and a deadweight of 16,611 metric tonnes.
The vessel is classed by the Korean Register. This society is a recognized member of the International Association of Classification Societies (IACS).
The main engine is a 1D: 4 SA 6 CY type. It is rated at a power output of 6 kW.
Over the last 36 months it has had 2 port state control (PSC) inspections and no detentions, with no deficiencies recorded. The most recent inspection was on 5 January 2026. All-time records show 20 inspections since 2009 and no detentions.
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