NORNS (IMO 9439058)
NORNS is a Crude Oil Tanker built in 2009 and flying the Gabon flag, placing it in its 17th year of service. The vessel reports a deadweight tonnage of 309,960, a gross tonnage of 160,068, and a length overall of 333 metres. This scale of vessel is typically utilized for large-scale crude oil transport operations. NORNS is classed by China Classification Society, which is a member of the International Association of Classification Societies (IACS). The vessel has been observed in the Singapore Strait, the South China Sea, and across East Asia over recent periods. It has previously operated under four different names and three different flag states. Over the last 36 months it has had 7 port state control (PSC) inspections and no detentions. The most recent inspection was on 21 August 2025.
- Type: Crude Oil Tanker
- Flag: Gabon
- Year built: 2009
- MMSI: 626304000
- Call sign: TRAW5
- Gross tonnage: 160068
- Deadweight: 309960 t
- Length overall: 333 m
- Beam: 60 m
- Port State Control (PSC) inspections: 16 since 2013
- PSC detentions in the last 36 months: 0
- Last PSC inspection: 21/08/2025
- Registered owner: DAILY LINGKAGE LTD (China)
- Ship manager · ISM manager: SINO NAVIGATION SHIP MGMT-GBI (China)
- Last AIS position: 29°31.7′N · 032°25.5′E · Speed 0.0 kn · at anchor · received 13 October 2026 at 16:10 UTC
- Destination: Al Fujayrah (AE FJR)
Frequently asked questions
What is the vessel type and age of NORNS?
NORNS is a Crude Oil Tanker built in 2009. It is currently in its 17th year of service.
What are the dimensions of NORNS?
The vessel has a length overall of 333 metres and a beam of 60 metres. These dimensions support its 309,960 DWT capacity.
Which classification society manages NORNS?
The vessel is classed by China Classification Society. This society is a recognized 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 7 port state control (PSC) inspections and no detentions, with 12 deficiencies recorded. The most recent inspection was on 21 August 2025. All-time records show 16 inspections since 2013 and no detentions.
Where has NORNS been recently observed?
The vessel has been active in the Singapore Strait and the South China Sea. It has also been recorded operating throughout East Asia and South East Asia.
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