CARMEN KNUTSEN (IMO 9623635)
CARMEN KNUTSEN is a Crude Oil Tanker built in 2013 and flying the Norway (NIS) flag, placing it in its 13th year of service. The vessel reports a deadweight tonnage of 156,296 metric tonnes, a gross tonnage of 82,803, and a length overall of 280.64 metres. This size and capacity characterize it as a significant unit for crude oil transport operations. CARMEN KNUTSEN is classed by DNV-GL (ex DNV), which is a member of the International Association of Classification Societies (IACS). The vessel has been observed in the South America East Coast and South America West Coast regions. It has previously operated under one former name and two former flag states. Over the last 36 months it has had 1 port state control (PSC) inspection and no detentions. The most recent inspection was on 6 November 2025.
- Type: Crude Oil Tanker
- Flag: Norway (NIS)
- Year built: 2013
- MMSI: 257821000
- Call sign: LAOR8
- Gross tonnage: 82803
- Deadweight: 156296 t
- Length overall: 280.64 m
- Beam: 48 m
- Home port: HAUGESUND
- Port State Control (PSC) inspections: 2 since 2017
- PSC detentions in the last 36 months: 0
- Last PSC inspection: 06/11/2025
- Registered owner: KNUTSEN SHUTTLE TANKERS 13 AS (Norway)
- Ship manager: KNUTSEN NYK OFFSHORE TANKERS (Norway)
- ISM manager · DOC holder: KNOT MANAGEMENT AS (Norway)
- Last AIS position: 28°30.6′S · 047°42.6′W · Speed 11.0 kn · under way · received 15 October 2026 at 11:08 UTC
- Destination: La Paloma (UY LAP) · ETA 17 October 2026 at 09:00 UTC (as broadcast by the vessel)
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Frequently asked questions
What is the vessel type and age of CARMEN KNUTSEN?
CARMEN KNUTSEN is a Crude Oil Tanker built in 2013. It is currently in its 13th year of service.
What are the primary dimensions of the vessel?
The vessel has a length overall of 280.64 metres and a beam of 48 metres. It operates with a maximum draught of 17.15 metres.
What is the deadweight capacity of CARMEN KNUTSEN?
The vessel has a deadweight tonnage of 156,296 metric tonnes. Its gross tonnage is recorded at 82,803.
Which classification society maintains CARMEN KNUTSEN?
The vessel is classed by DNV-GL (ex DNV), which is an IACS member. Its current class status is listed as Delivered.
How many inspections has the vessel undergone recently?
Over the last 36 months it has had 1 port state control (PSC) inspection and no detentions, with no deficiencies recorded. The most recent inspection was on 6 November 2025. All-time records show 2 inspections since 2017 and no detentions.
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