MINERVA SOPHIA (IMO 9382762)
MINERVA SOPHIA is a Crude Oil Tanker built in 2009 and flying the Malta flag, placing it in its 17th year of service. The vessel reports a deadweight tonnage of 115,748 metric tonnes, a gross tonnage of 61,382, and a length overall of 248.964 metres. This tanker is sized for significant crude oil transport operations. MINERVA SOPHIA is classed by DNV-GL (ex DNV), which is an IACS member. The vessel has been observed in the Mediterranean Sea, South Asia, and North Europe over recent periods. It has previously operated under one former name and two former flag states. Over the last 36 months it has had 3 port state control (PSC) inspections and no detentions. The most recent inspection was on 10 March 2025.
- Type: Crude Oil Tanker
- Flag: Malta
- Year built: 2009
- MMSI: 215466000
- Call sign: 9HA5121
- Gross tonnage: 61382
- Deadweight: 115748 t
- Length overall: 248.964 m
- Beam: 43.8 m
- Home port: VALLETTA
- Port State Control (PSC) inspections: 33 since 2009
- PSC detentions in the last 36 months: 0
- Last PSC inspection: 10/03/2025
- Registered owner: SANGALLO MARITIME LTD (Greece)
- Ship manager · ISM manager · DOC holder: MINERVA MARINE INC (Greece)
- Last AIS position: 37°10.2′N · 011°47.2′E · Speed 13.8 kn · under way · received 20 October 2026 at 01:49 UTC
- Destination: Gibraltar (GI GIB) · ETA 23 October 2026 at 00:01 UTC (as broadcast by the vessel)
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Frequently asked questions
What are the dimensions of MINERVA SOPHIA?
The vessel has a length overall of 248.964 metres and a beam of 43.8 metres. Its maximum recorded draught is 14.925 metres.
Which shipyard built MINERVA SOPHIA?
The vessel was built by Samsung Heavy Industries Co. Ltd., Koje Shipyard. It was completed in 2009 and is now in its 17th year of service.
What is the cargo capacity of this tanker?
MINERVA SOPHIA has a deadweight tonnage of 115,748 metric tonnes. This capacity is supported by a gross tonnage of 61,382.
How many inspections has the vessel undergone?
Over the last 36 months it has had 3 port state control (PSC) inspections and no detentions, with no deficiencies recorded. The most recent inspection was on 10 March 2025. All-time records show 33 inspections since 2009 and no detentions.
What is the classification of MINERVA SOPHIA?
The vessel is classed by DNV-GL (ex DNV), which is an IACS member. Its current class notation includes Tanker for oil E0 ESP and NAUTICUS(Newbuilding).
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