SONA is an Oil Products 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 49,999, a gross tonnage of 30,006, and a length overall of 183 metres. This size and specification are typical for medium-range oil product transport. SONA is classed by the Russian Maritime Register of Shipping, which is an IACS member. The vessel has been observed in the Mediterranean Sea, South Asia, and West Europe over recent periods. It has a history of 7 former names and has operated under 9 different flag states. Over the last 36 months it has had 12 port state control (PSC) inspections and no detentions. The most recent inspection was on 13 April 2025.
The vessel has a length overall of 183 metres and a beam of 32.2 metres. It operates with a maximum draught of 13.03 metres.
The main engine is a 6S50MC-C model. It was constructed in Korea in 2008 as part of the vessel's original build specifications.
Over the last 36 months it has had 12 port state control (PSC) inspections and no detentions, with 28 deficiencies recorded. The most recent inspection was on 13 April 2025. All-time records show 42 inspections since 2010 and no detentions.
The vessel has a deadweight tonnage of 49,999 metric tonnes. Its gross tonnage is recorded at 30,006.
The vessel currently flies the Sierra Leone flag and is registered to the home port of Freetown. Throughout its history, it has operated under 9 different flags and 7 former names.
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