MARKAB (IMO 9441958)
MARKAB is a Chemical/Oil Products Tanker built in 2008 and flying the Gabon flag, placing it in its 18th year of service. The vessel reports a deadweight tonnage of 6,221 metric tonnes, a gross tonnage of 4,365, and a length overall of 121.622 metres. This size profile is typical for specialized tanker operations in regional coastal or short-sea trades. MARKAB is classed by the Indian Register of Shipping, which is an IACS member. The vessel has been observed operating in the Mediterranean Sea. It has a history of 5 former names and has operated under 5 different flag states. Over the last 36 months it has had 6 port state control (PSC) inspections and no detentions. The most recent inspection was on 23 October 2025.
- Type: Chemical/Oil Products Tanker
- Flag: Gabon
- Year built: 2008
- Call sign: UNKNOWN
- Gross tonnage: 4365
- Deadweight: 6221 t
- Length overall: 121.622 m
- Beam: 16 m
- Home port: LIBREVILLE
- Port State Control (PSC) inspections: 27 since 2008
- PSC detentions in the last 36 months: 0
- Last PSC detention: 27/01/2023, Tuapse (Black Sea MoU)
- Last PSC inspection: 23/10/2025
- Registered owner · Ship manager: PATTA LTD (Seychelles)
- ISM manager: ZOON SHIPPING PVT LTD (India)
Frequently asked questions
What is the vessel type and age of MARKAB?
MARKAB 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 MARKAB?
The vessel has a length overall of 121.622 metres and a beam of 16 metres. It operates with a maximum draught of 6.33 metres.
What is the engine specification for this tanker?
The vessel is powered by a 6M32C main engine. This engine produces a power output of 3,000 kW.
How many PSC inspections has the vessel undergone?
Over the last 36 months it has had 6 port state control (PSC) inspections and no detentions, with 30 deficiencies recorded. The most recent inspection was on 23 October 2025. All-time records show 27 inspections since 2008 and 1 detention. The most recent detention was on 27 January 2023.
What is the flag and classification of MARKAB?
The vessel flies the Gabon flag and is classed by the Indian Register of Shipping. The classification society is a member of the IACS.
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