ALGOLUNA (IMO 9483516)
ALGOLUNA is a Chemical/Oil Products Tanker built in 2010 and flying the Canada flag, placing it in its 16th year of service. The vessel has a deadweight tonnage of 16,536 metric tonnes, a gross tonnage of 11,889, and a length overall of 144 metres. This configuration is typical for specialized tanker operations in regional coastal or short-sea trades. ALGOLUNA is classed by the American Bureau of Shipping, which is a member of the International Association of Classification Societies. The vessel has been observed in the North America East Coast and West Europe regions. It has operated under four different flags and has been known by two former names. Over the last 36 months it has had 5 port state control (PSC) inspections and no detentions. The most recent inspection was on 16 May 2026.
- Type: Chemical/Oil Products Tanker
- Flag: Canada
- Year built: 2010
- MMSI: 316053441
- Call sign: VABZ
- Gross tonnage: 11889
- Deadweight: 16536 t
- Length overall: 144 m
- Beam: 23 m
- Port State Control (PSC) inspections: 23 since 2011
- PSC detentions in the last 36 months: 0
- Last PSC inspection: 16/05/2026
- Registered owner · Ship manager · ISM manager: ALGOMA TANKERS LTD (Canada)
- Last AIS position: 44°26.6′N · 063°5.1′W · Speed 13.0 kn · under way · received 13 October 2026 at 19:03 UTC
- Destination: Sarnia (CA SNI) · ETA 19 October 2026 at 16:00 UTC (as broadcast by the vessel)
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Frequently asked questions
What is the vessel type and age of ALGOLUNA?
ALGOLUNA is a Chemical/Oil Products Tanker. It was built in 2010 and is currently in its 16th year of service.
What are the dimensions of ALGOLUNA?
The vessel has a length overall of 144 metres and a beam of 23 metres. These dimensions support its role as a medium-sized tanker.
Which classification society manages ALGOLUNA?
The vessel is classed by the American Bureau of Shipping. This society is a recognized member of the International Association of Classification Societies (IACS).
What is the PSC inspection history for ALGOLUNA?
Over the last 36 months it has had 5 port state control (PSC) inspections and no detentions, with 1 deficiency recorded. The most recent inspection was on 16 May 2026. All-time records show 23 inspections since 2011 and no detentions.
Where has ALGOLUNA been recently operating?
The vessel has been observed in the North America East Coast and West Europe regions. It currently flies the flag of Canada.
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