ZEAL START (IMO 9379064)
ZEAL START is an Oil Products Tanker built in 2009 and flying the Marshall Islands flag, placing it in its 17th year of service. The vessel reports a deadweight tonnage of 41,370 metric tonnes, a gross tonnage of 27,987, and a length overall of 179 metres. This vessel is configured for the transport of oil products. ZEAL START is classed by the American Bureau of Shipping, which is an IACS member. The vessel has been observed in South East Asia, East Africa, and South Africa over recent periods. It has previously operated under three different names and five different flag states. Over the last 36 months it has had 5 port state control (PSC) inspections and 1 detention. The most recent inspection was on 7 September 2025.
- Type: Oil Products Tanker
- Flag: Marshall Islands
- Year built: 2009
- MMSI: 538010973
- Call sign: V7A6389
- Gross tonnage: 27987
- Deadweight: 41370 t
- Length overall: 179 m
- Beam: 33 m
- Port State Control (PSC) inspections: 36 since 2010
- PSC detentions in the last 36 months: 1
- Last PSC detention: 23/10/2023, Augusta (Paris MoU)
- Last PSC inspection: 07/09/2025
- Registered owner · Ship manager: ZEAL SHIPPING CO INC (Marshall Islands)
- ISM manager: BARBER TANKER MANAGEMENT GMBH (Germany)
- Last AIS position: 28°7.4′S · 014°53.3′E · Speed 12.1 kn · under way · received 12 October 2026 at 15:18 UTC
- Destination: Lome (TG LFW) · ETA 19 October 2026 at 23:59 UTC (as broadcast by the vessel)
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Frequently asked questions
What is the vessel type and age of ZEAL START?
ZEAL START is an Oil Products Tanker. It was built in 2009 and is currently in its 17th year of service.
What are the dimensions of ZEAL START?
The vessel has a length overall of 179 metres and a beam of 33 metres. It carries a deadweight tonnage of 41,370 metric tonnes.
Which classification society manages ZEAL START?
The vessel is classed by the American Bureau of Shipping. This society is a member of the International Association of Classification Societies (IACS).
What is the PSC inspection history for this vessel?
Over the last 36 months it has had 5 port state control (PSC) inspections and 1 detention, with 20 deficiencies recorded. The most recent inspection was on 7 September 2025. All-time records show 36 inspections since 2010 and 1 detention. The most recent detention was on 23 October 2023.
Where has ZEAL START been operating recently?
The vessel has been observed in South East Asia and the East Africa/South Africa region. These areas represent its most recent recorded geographic activity.
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