ARGOS EXPLORER (IMO 9419618)

NISSOS HERACLEA is a Crude Oil Tanker built in 2009 and flying the Liberia flag, placing it in its 17th year of service. The vessel reports a deadweight tonnage of 313,525, a gross tonnage of 162,670, and no length overall is provided. At this scale, the vessel is configured for large-scale crude oil transport operations. NISSOS HERACLEA is classed by the American Bureau of Shipping, which is a member of the International Association of Classification Societies. The vessel has been observed in the Singapore Strait, the Gulf of Mexico, and the North American East Coast. It has operated under two former names and two former flags. Over the last 36 months it has had 4 port state control (PSC) inspections and no detentions. The most recent inspection was on 16 March 2026.

Frequently asked questions

What is the vessel type and age of NISSOS HERACLEA?

NISSOS HERACLEA is a Crude Oil Tanker built in 2009. It is currently in its 17th year of service.

What are the capacity specifications for NISSOS HERACLEA?

The vessel has a deadweight tonnage of 313,525 metric tonnes. Its gross tonnage is recorded at 162,670.

Which classification society manages NISSOS HERACLEA?

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 NISSOS HERACLEA been recently observed?

The vessel has been active in the Singapore Strait and the Gulf of Mexico. It has also been recorded near the North American East Coast and West Europe.

What is the port-state control record for NISSOS HERACLEA?

Over the last 36 months it has had 4 port state control (PSC) inspections and no detentions; the deficiency count is reported for 3 of them. The most recent inspection was on 16 March 2026. All-time records show 14 inspections since 2009 and no detentions.

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