CELESTE (IMO 9387267)
CELESTE is a Crude Oil Tanker built in 2008 and flying the Marshall Islands flag, placing it in its 18th year of service. The vessel reports a deadweight tonnage of 310,391, a gross tonnage of 160,116, and no length overall is provided. This large-scale tanker is configured for significant crude oil transport operations. CELESTE is classed by Lloyd's Register, which is an IACS member. The vessel has been observed in the Singapore Strait, the South China Sea, and the Gulf of Mexico over recent periods. It has previously operated under three different names and three different 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 29 September 2025.
- Type: Crude Oil Tanker
- Flag: Marshall Islands
- Year built: 2008
- MMSI: 538011805
- Call sign: V7A3500
- Gross tonnage: 160116
- Deadweight: 310391 t
- Length overall: 333 m
- Beam: 60 m
- Port State Control (PSC) inspections: 14 since 2010
- PSC detentions in the last 36 months: 0
- Last PSC inspection: 29/09/2025
- Registered owner · Ship manager: UPERB EXCEL LTD (China)
- Last AIS position: 11°40.3′N · 062°2.9′W · Speed 11.6 kn · under way · received 20 September 2026 at 19:41 UTC
- Destination: Curaçao (CW CUR) · ETA 23 September 2026 at 00:01 UTC (as broadcast by the vessel)
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Frequently asked questions
What is the vessel type and age of CELESTE?
CELESTE is a Crude Oil Tanker built in 2008. It is currently in its 18th year of service.
What are the capacity specifications for CELESTE?
The vessel has a deadweight tonnage of 310,391 metric tonnes. Its gross tonnage is recorded at 160,116.
Which classification society manages CELESTE?
The vessel is classed by Lloyd's Register. This society is a recognized member of the International Association of Classification Societies (IACS).
Where has CELESTE been recently observed?
The vessel has been active in the Singapore Strait and the South China Sea. It has also been observed near the South America East Coast and the Gulf of Mexico.
What is the PSC inspection history for CELESTE?
Over the last 36 months it has had 3 port state control (PSC) inspections and no detentions, with 7 deficiencies recorded. The most recent inspection was on 29 September 2025. All-time records show 14 inspections since 2010 and no detentions.
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