MERIDIAN (IMO 9418482)
CETUS is a Crude Oil Tanker built in 2009 and flying the Sierra Leone flag, placing it in its 17th year of service. The vessel reports a deadweight tonnage of 105,369, a gross tonnage of 60,325, and a beam of 42 metres. This tanker is configured for significant liquid bulk transport operations. CETUS is classed by the Russian Maritime Register of Shipping, which is an IACS member. The vessel has been observed in South Asia, the Mediterranean Sea, and West Europe over recent periods. It has previously operated under 8 different flags and 4 former names. Over the last 36 months it has had 2 port state control (PSC) inspections and 1 detention. The most recent inspection was on 23 May 2024.
- Type: Crude Oil Tanker
- Flag: Russia
- Year built: 2009
- MMSI: 273273370
- Call sign: UADF7
- Gross tonnage: 60325
- Deadweight: 105369 t
- Beam: 42 m
- Home port: Bolshoy port of St.-Petersburg
- Port State Control (PSC) inspections: 30 since 2009
- PSC detentions in the last 36 months: 1
- Last PSC detention: 21/05/2024, Yingkou (Tokyo MoU)
- Last PSC inspection: 23/05/2024
- Registered owner: ANEMONE MARINE INC (United Arab Emirates)
- Ship manager · ISM manager: SODRAS SHIPPING - FZE (United Arab Emirates)
- Last AIS position: 12°20.2′N · 046°33.7′E · Speed 11.0 kn · under way · received 11 October 2026 at 07:57 UTC
- Destination: Singapore (SG SIN) · ETA 24 October 2026 at 04:11 UTC (as broadcast by the vessel)
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Frequently asked questions
What is the vessel type and age of CETUS?
CETUS is a Crude Oil Tanker built in 2009. It is currently in its 17th year of service.
What are the dimensions of CETUS?
The vessel has a beam of 42 metres and a maximum draught of 15.16 metres. It carries a deadweight tonnage of 105,369 metric tonnes.
Which classification society manages CETUS?
The vessel is classed by the Russian Maritime Register of Shipping. This society is a member of the International Association of Classification Societies (IACS).
What is the PSC inspection history for CETUS?
Over the last 36 months it has had 2 port state control (PSC) inspections and 1 detention, with 7 deficiencies recorded. The most recent inspection was on 23 May 2024. All-time records show 30 inspections since 2009 and 1 detention. The most recent detention was on 21 May 2024.
Where has CETUS been recently observed?
The vessel has been recorded in South Asia, the Mediterranean Sea, and West Europe. These observations cover various maritime regions including the Mediterranean Sea, South Asia.
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