BITU ATLANTIC (IMO 9382085)
BITU ATLANTIC is an Asphalt/Bitumen Tanker built in 2008 and flying the Panama flag, placing it in its 18th year of service. The vessel reports a deadweight tonnage of 45,986 metric tonnes, a gross tonnage of 28,508, and a length overall of 180 metres. This vessel is configured for specialized liquid cargo transport. BITU ATLANTIC is classed by Registro Italiano Navale, which is an IACS member. The vessel has been observed in the Mediterranean Sea, West Africa, and the Mediterranean Sea, West Africa regions over recent periods. It has previously operated under two different names and two different flags. Over the last 36 months it has had 11 port state control (PSC) inspections and 1 detention. The most recent inspection was on 24 August 2026.
- Type: Asphalt/Bitumen Tanker
- Flag: Panama
- Year built: 2008
- MMSI: 351084000
- Call sign: H9UJ
- Gross tonnage: 28508
- Deadweight: 45986 t
- Length overall: 180 m
- Beam: 32.2 m
- Home port: PANAMA - 50473-PEXT
- Port State Control (PSC) inspections: 49 since 2008
- PSC detentions in the last 36 months: 1
- Last PSC detention: 23/03/2026, Aliaga (Mediterranean MoU)
- Last PSC inspection: 24/08/2026
- Registered owner · Ship manager: ATLANTIC RAINBOW SHPG CO SA (Panama)
- ISM manager: MARITEC TANKER MANAGEMENT PVT (India)
- Last AIS position: 40°50.3′N · 029°16.4′E · Speed 11.2 kn · moored · received 12 October 2026 at 18:26 UTC
- Destination: Istanbul (IST) (TR IST)
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Frequently asked questions
What is the vessel type and age of BITU ATLANTIC?
BITU ATLANTIC is an Asphalt/Bitumen Tanker. It was built in 2008 and is currently in its 18th year of service.
What are the dimensions of BITU ATLANTIC?
The vessel has a length overall of 180 metres and a beam of 32.2 metres. It carries a deadweight tonnage of 45,986 metric tonnes.
Which classification society manages BITU ATLANTIC?
The vessel is classed by Registro Italiano Navale. This society is a confirmed 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 11 port state control (PSC) inspections and 1 detention, with 28 deficiencies recorded. The most recent inspection was on 24 August 2026. All-time records show 49 inspections since 2008 and 2 detentions. The most recent detention was on 23 March 2026.
Where has BITU ATLANTIC been recently observed?
The vessel has been operating in the Mediterranean Sea and West Africa. It has also been recorded in the Mediterranean Sea, West Africa region.
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