VELOS POLARIS (IMO 9482562)
VELOS POLARIS is a Chemical/Oil Products Tanker built in 2011 and flying the Marshall Islands flag, placing it in its 15th year of service. The vessel reports a deadweight tonnage of 51,406 metric tonnes, a gross tonnage of 29,736, and a length overall of 183 metres. This size profile is typical for medium-range tankers engaged in specialized liquid cargo transport. VELOS POLARIS is classed by Lloyd's Register, which is an IACS member. The vessel has been observed in West Europe, the South America East Coast, and the Middle America and Gulf of Mexico regions. It has previously operated under one former flag and has been registered under three different names. Over the last 36 months it has had 7 port state control (PSC) inspections and no detentions. The most recent inspection was on 9 September 2026.
- Type: Chemical/Oil Products Tanker
- Flag: Marshall Islands
- Year built: 2011
- MMSI: 538004371
- Call sign: V7WR2
- Gross tonnage: 29736
- Deadweight: 51406 t
- Length overall: 183 m
- Beam: 32.2 m
- Home port: MAJURO - 4371
- Port State Control (PSC) inspections: 29 since 2011
- PSC detentions in the last 36 months: 0
- Last PSC inspection: 09/09/2026
- Registered owner: POLARIS SHIPTRADE LTD (Greece)
- Ship manager · ISM manager: VELOS TANKERS LTD (Greece)
- Last AIS position: 31°13.0′N · 029°46.4′E · Speed 7.8 kn · under way · received 10 October 2026 at 11:41 UTC
- Destination: El Dekheila (EG EDK)
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Frequently asked questions
What is the vessel type and age of VELOS POLARIS?
VELOS POLARIS is a Chemical/Oil Products Tanker. It was built in 2011 and is currently in its 15th year of service.
What are the dimensions of VELOS POLARIS?
The vessel has a length overall of 183 metres and a beam of 32.2 metres. It carries a deadweight tonnage of 51,406 metric tonnes.
Which classification society manages VELOS POLARIS?
The vessel is classed by Lloyd's Register, which is an IACS member. Its current classification status is listed as Withdrawn.
What is the engine power of this tanker?
The vessel is equipped with a main engine rated at 9,480 kW. This power output supports its operations as a chemical and oil products carrier.
How many inspections has the vessel undergone recently?
Over the last 36 months it has had 7 port state control (PSC) inspections and no detentions, with no deficiencies recorded. The most recent inspection was on 9 September 2026. All-time records show 29 inspections since 2011 and no detentions.
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