BALU 6 (IMO 9460564)
BALU 6 is a Crude Oil Tanker built in 2011 and flying the Panama flag, placing it in its 15th year of service. The vessel reports a deadweight tonnage of 105,391, a gross tonnage of 55,909, and a length overall of 228.6 metres. This size and configuration are typical for tankers engaged in the transport of crude oil products. BALU 6 is classed by Lloyd's Register, which is a member of the International Association of Classification Societies (IACS). The vessel has been observed in the Mediterranean Sea, North Europe, and South Asia over recent periods. It has previously operated under three different names and three different flags. Over the last 36 months it has had 6 port state control (PSC) inspections and no detentions. The most recent inspection was on 26 August 2025.
- Type: Crude Oil Tanker
- Flag: Panama
- Year built: 2011
- MMSI: 352005437
- Call sign: 3E8702
- Gross tonnage: 55909
- Deadweight: 105391 t
- Length overall: 228.6 m
- Beam: 42 m
- Home port: PANAMA
- Port State Control (PSC) inspections: 26 since 2011
- PSC detentions in the last 36 months: 0
- Last PSC inspection: 26/08/2025
- Registered owner · Ship manager: TOILA SHIPPING LTD (Mauritius)
- ISM manager: DONG HAI SHIPMANAGEMENT CO LTD (China)
- Last AIS position: 37°25.4′N · 002°19.7′E · Speed 12.3 kn · under way · received 11 October 2026 at 23:45 UTC
- Destination: Singapore (SG SIN) · ETA 5 November 2026 at 12:00 UTC (as broadcast by the vessel)
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Frequently asked questions
What is the vessel type and age of BALU 6?
BALU 6 is a Crude Oil Tanker built in 2011. It is currently in its 15th year of service.
What are the dimensions of BALU 6?
The vessel has a length overall of 228.6 metres and a beam of 42 metres. It has a maximum draught of 14.78 metres.
What engine specifications does BALU 6 have?
The vessel is powered by a MITSUI-MAN B&W 6S60MC-C main engine. This engine provides a power output of 12,350 kW.
How many inspections has BALU 6 undergone?
Over the last 36 months it has had 6 port state control (PSC) inspections and no detentions, with 8 deficiencies recorded. The most recent inspection was on 26 August 2025. All-time records show 26 inspections since 2011 and no detentions.
What is the flag and MoU status of BALU 6?
BALU 6 flies the Panama flag. It is currently listed in the grey band for the Paris MoU and the white band for the Tokyo MoU.
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