JOAO CANDIDO (IMO 9453315)
JOAO CANDIDO is a Crude Oil Tanker built in 2012 and flying the Brazil flag, placing it in its 14th year of service. The vessel reports a deadweight tonnage of 156,547 metric tonnes, a gross tonnage of 81,429, and a length overall of 274 metres. This vessel is configured for significant crude oil transport operations. JOAO CANDIDO is classed by the American Bureau of Shipping, which is an IACS member. The vessel has been observed in the South America East Coast, South Africa, and the Malacca and Singapore Straits. It has previously operated under one former name and one former flag. Over the last 36 months it has had 1 port state control (PSC) inspection and no detentions. The most recent inspection was on 27 November 2024.
- Type: Crude Oil Tanker
- Flag: Brazil
- Year built: 2012
- MMSI: 710234000
- Call sign: PPLW
- Gross tonnage: 81429
- Deadweight: 156547 t
- Length overall: 274 m
- Beam: 48 m
- Port State Control (PSC) inspections: 9 since 2016
- PSC detentions in the last 36 months: 0
- Last PSC inspection: 27/11/2024
- Registered owner · Ship manager · ISM manager: TRANSPETRO (Brazil)
- Last AIS position: 20°48.2′S · 039°5.5′W · Speed 10.7 kn · under way · received 11 October 2026 at 00:08 UTC
- Destination: Salvador (BR SSA) · ETA 12 October 2026 at 11:00 UTC (as broadcast by the vessel)
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Frequently asked questions
What is the vessel type and age of JOAO CANDIDO?
JOAO CANDIDO is a Crude Oil Tanker built in 2012. It is currently in its 14th year of service.
What are the dimensions of JOAO CANDIDO?
The vessel has a length overall of 274 metres and a beam of 48 metres. These dimensions support its 156,547 DWT capacity.
Which classification society manages JOAO CANDIDO?
The vessel is classed by the American Bureau of Shipping. This society is a member of the International Association of Classification Societies (IACS).
Where has JOAO CANDIDO been recently observed?
The vessel has been active in the South America East Coast and South Africa. It has also been recorded in the Malacca and Singapore Straits.
What is the PSC inspection history for JOAO CANDIDO?
Over the last 36 months it has had 1 port state control (PSC) inspection and no detentions, with no deficiencies recorded. The most recent inspection was on 27 November 2024. All-time records show 9 inspections since 2016 and no detentions.
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