ALATAU (IMO 9416551)
ALATAU is a Crude Oil 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 115,896 metric tonnes and a gross tonnage of 61,248. This capacity is consistent with medium-range crude oil transport operations. ALATAU is classed by the American Bureau of Shipping, which is an IACS member. The vessel has been observed in the Mediterranean Sea and West Europe over recent periods. It has operated under two former names and two former flag states. Over the last 36 months it has had 5 port state control (PSC) inspections and no detentions. The most recent inspection was on 6 May 2026.
- Type: Crude Oil Tanker
- Flag: Marshall Islands
- Year built: 2009
- MMSI: 538004518
- Call sign: V7XM9
- Gross tonnage: 61248
- Deadweight: 115896 t
- Length overall: 250 m
- Beam: 44 m
- Port State Control (PSC) inspections: 30 since 2009
- PSC detentions in the last 36 months: 0
- Last PSC inspection: 06/05/2026
- Registered owner: ALATAU SHIPPING LTD (Germany)
- Ship manager · ISM manager: COLUMBIA SHIPMANAGEMENT-GEU (Germany)
- Last AIS position: 40°16.3′N · 009°57.3′W · Speed 10.4 kn · under way · received 10 October 2026 at 05:52 UTC
- Destination: Rotterdam (NL RTM) · ETA 13 October 2026 at 18:00 UTC (as broadcast by the vessel)
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Frequently asked questions
What is the vessel type and age of ALATAU?
ALATAU is a Crude Oil Tanker built in 2009. It is currently in its 17th year of service.
What are the capacity specifications for ALATAU?
The vessel has a deadweight tonnage of 115,896 metric tonnes. Its gross tonnage is recorded at 61,248.
Which classification society maintains ALATAU?
The vessel is classed by the American Bureau of Shipping. This society is a recognized member of the International Association of Classification Societies (IACS).
Where has ALATAU been recently observed?
The vessel has been observed in the Mediterranean Sea and the West Europe region. These areas represent its most recent recorded geographic activity.
What is the PSC inspection history for ALATAU?
Over the last 36 months it has had 5 port state control (PSC) inspections and no detentions, with 4 deficiencies recorded. The most recent inspection was on 6 May 2026. All-time records show 30 inspections since 2009 and no detentions.
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