NV MINERVA (IMO 9542166)

NV MINERVA is a Chemical/Oil Products Tanker built in 2011 and flying the Panama flag, placing it in its 15th year of service. The vessel reports a deadweight tonnage of 19,992 metric tonnes, a gross tonnage of 11,908, and a length overall of 147 metres. This vessel is configured for the transport of chemical and oil products. NV MINERVA is classed by Nippon Kaiji Kyokai. The vessel has been observed in the Mediterranean Sea, West Africa, and the North America East Coast over recent periods. It has previously operated under three different flag states and has been known by two former names. Over the last 36 months it has had 12 port state control (PSC) inspections and no detentions. The most recent inspection was on 8 October 2026.

Frequently asked questions

What is the vessel type and age of NV MINERVA?

NV MINERVA 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 NV MINERVA?

The vessel has a length overall of 147 metres and a beam of 25 metres. It carries a deadweight tonnage of 19,992 metric tonnes.

Which classification society manages NV MINERVA?

The vessel is classed by Nippon Kaiji Kyokai. Its current classification status is listed as Suspended.

What is the PSC inspection history for this vessel?

Over the last 36 months it has had 12 port state control (PSC) inspections and no detentions; the deficiency count is reported for 11 of them. The most recent inspection was on 8 October 2026. All-time records show 39 inspections since 2011 and no detentions.

Where has NV MINERVA been recently observed?

The vessel has been tracked in the Mediterranean Sea and West Africa. It has also been observed near the North America East Coast and the Gulf of Mexico.

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