NICOLAOS (IMO 9429297)
NICOLAOS is a Crude Oil Tanker built in 2010 and flying the Greece flag, placing it in its 16th year of service. The vessel reports a deadweight tonnage of 164,758 metric tonnes, a gross tonnage of 84,795, and a length overall of 274.19 metres. This size and specification are typical for large-scale crude oil transport operations. NICOLAOS is classed by DNV-GL (ex DNV), which is a member of the International Association of Classification Societies. The vessel has been observed in the Mediterranean Sea, West Africa, and West Europe over recent periods. It has previously operated under two former names and one former flag state. Over the last 36 months it has had 3 port state control (PSC) inspections and no detentions. The most recent inspection was on 17 December 2025.
- Type: Crude Oil Tanker
- Flag: Greece
- Year built: 2010
- MMSI: 240995000
- Call sign: SVAY3
- Gross tonnage: 84795
- Deadweight: 164758 t
- Length overall: 274.19 m
- Beam: 50 m
- Home port: ANDROS
- Port State Control (PSC) inspections: 29 since 2010
- PSC detentions in the last 36 months: 0
- Last PSC inspection: 17/12/2025
- Registered owner: THALASSA MARINE INC (Greece)
- Ship manager · ISM manager · DOC holder: ANDRIAKI SHIPPING CO LTD-MAI (Greece)
- Last AIS position: 29°49.3′S · 012°36.8′E · Speed 11.6 kn · under way · received 10 October 2026 at 07:40 UTC
- Destination: Zhoushan (CN ZOS) · ETA 8 November 2026 at 17:00 UTC (as broadcast by the vessel)
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Frequently asked questions
What are the dimensions of NICOLAOS?
The vessel has a length overall of 274.19 metres and a beam of 50 metres. It operates with a maximum draught of 17.171 metres.
What is the capacity of NICOLAOS?
The vessel has a deadweight tonnage of 164,758 metric tonnes. Its gross tonnage is recorded at 84,795.
Which classification society manages NICOLAOS?
The vessel is classed by DNV-GL (ex DNV), which is an IACS member. Its current class status is listed as Delivered.
What is the PSC inspection history for this vessel?
Over the last 36 months it has had 3 port state control (PSC) inspections and no detentions, with 4 deficiencies recorded. The most recent inspection was on 17 December 2025. All-time records show 29 inspections since 2010 and no detentions.
Where has NICOLAOS been recently observed?
The vessel has been active in the Mediterranean Sea and West Africa. It has also been observed operating within West Europe.
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