VALLEY OAK (IMO 9438145)
VALLEY OAK is a Chemical/Oil Products Tanker built in 2008 and flying the Marshall Islands flag, placing it in its 18th year of service. The vessel reports a deadweight tonnage of 13,131 metric tonnes, a gross tonnage of 8,530, and a length overall of 128 metres. This vessel is configured for the transport of liquid chemical and oil products. VALLEY OAK is classed by the American Bureau of Shipping, which is an IACS member. The vessel has been observed in the Middle America and Gulf of Mexico region, South Africa, and West Africa. It has previously operated under four different flag states and has been known by two former names. Over the last 36 months it has had 2 port state control (PSC) inspections and no detentions. The most recent inspection was on 5 May 2025.
- Type: Chemical/Oil Products Tanker
- Flag: Marshall Islands
- Year built: 2008
- MMSI: 538005557
- Call sign: V7PO6
- Gross tonnage: 8530
- Deadweight: 13131 t
- Length overall: 128 m
- Beam: 20 m
- Port State Control (PSC) inspections: 16 since 2008
- PSC detentions in the last 36 months: 0
- Last PSC inspection: 05/05/2025
- Registered owner: ALLIANCE CHEMTANKERS AS (United Kingdom)
- Ship manager · ISM manager: NORBULK SHIPPING UK LTD (United Kingdom)
- Last AIS position: 12°33.1′N · 062°8.4′W · Speed 2.6 kn · under way · received 10 October 2026 at 04:15 UTC
- Destination: Point Wells (US OW4) · ETA 10 October 2026 at 19:33 UTC (as broadcast by the vessel)
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Frequently asked questions
What is the vessel type and age of VALLEY OAK?
VALLEY OAK is a Chemical/Oil Products Tanker. It was built in 2008 and is currently in its 18th year of service.
What are the dimensions of VALLEY OAK?
The vessel has a length overall of 128 metres and a beam of 20 metres. These dimensions support its role as a liquid cargo carrier.
Which classification society maintains VALLEY OAK?
The vessel is classed by the American Bureau of Shipping. This society is a member of the International Association of Classification Societies (IACS).
What is the PSC inspection history for this vessel?
Over the last 36 months it has had 2 port state control (PSC) inspections and no detentions, with no deficiencies recorded. The most recent inspection was on 5 May 2025. All-time records show 16 inspections since 2008 and no detentions.
Where has VALLEY OAK been recently observed?
The vessel has been recorded in the Middle America and Gulf of Mexico, South Africa, and West Africa. These regions represent its recent operational areas.
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