SONANGOL HUILA (IMO 9575565)
SONANGOL HUILA is a Crude Oil Tanker built in 2012 and flying the Bahamas flag, placing it in its 14th year of service. The vessel reports a deadweight tonnage of 157,871 metric tonnes and a gross tonnage of 83,753. This capacity identifies it as a significant unit within the crude oil tanker segment. SONANGOL HUILA is classed by the American Bureau of Shipping, which is an IACS member. The vessel has been observed in West Africa, East Asia, and South Africa over recent periods. It has previously operated under one former name and one former flag. Over the last 36 months it has had 6 port state control (PSC) inspections and no detentions. The most recent inspection was on 19 September 2026.
- Type: Crude Oil Tanker
- Flag: Bahamas
- Year built: 2012
- MMSI: 311066400
- Call sign: C6ZB9
- Gross tonnage: 83753
- Deadweight: 157871 t
- Length overall: 274 m
- Beam: 48 m
- Port State Control (PSC) inspections: 25 since 2012
- PSC detentions in the last 36 months: 0
- Last PSC inspection: 19/09/2026
- Registered owner: SONANGOL HUILA LTD (USA)
- Ship manager: STENA BULK LLC (USA)
- ISM manager: WALLEM SHIPMANAGEMENT LTD (China)
- Last AIS position: 29°55.7′N · 089°58.6′W · Speed 0.0 kn · moored · received 10 October 2026 at 15:26 UTC
- Destination: USCLQ
Frequently asked questions
What is the vessel type and age of SONANGOL HUILA?
SONANGOL HUILA is a Crude Oil Tanker built in 2012. It is currently in its 14th year of service.
What are the capacity specifications for SONANGOL HUILA?
The vessel has a deadweight tonnage of 157,871 metric tonnes. Its gross tonnage is recorded at 83,753.
Which classification society manages SONANGOL HUILA?
The vessel is classed by the American Bureau of Shipping. This society is a member of the International Association of Classification Societies (IACS).
What is the PSC inspection history for this vessel?
Over the last 36 months it has had 6 port state control (PSC) inspections and no detentions; the deficiency count is reported for 5 of them. The most recent inspection was on 19 September 2026. All-time records show 25 inspections since 2012 and no detentions.
Where has SONANGOL HUILA been recently observed?
The vessel has been tracked in several regions including West Africa, East Asia, and South Africa. These observations cover diverse global trading routes.
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