NORDORCHID (IMO 9624079)
NORDORCHID is a Crude Oil Tanker built in 2013 and flying the Portugal (MAR) flag, placing it in its 13th year of service. The vessel reports a deadweight tonnage of 105,651 metric tonnes and a gross tonnage of 57,081. At this capacity, the vessel is configured for the transport of crude oil products. NORDORCHID is classed by Lloyd's Register, which is a member of the International Association of Classification Societies (IACS). The vessel has been observed in the Middle America and Gulf of Mexico regions. It has operated under two former flags and has been registered under three former names. Over the last 36 months it has had 9 port state control (PSC) inspections and no detentions. The most recent inspection was on 10 September 2026.
- Type: Crude Oil Tanker
- Flag: Portugal (MAR)
- Year built: 2013
- MMSI: 255806156
- Call sign: CQAF2
- Gross tonnage: 57081
- Deadweight: 105651 t
- Length overall: 229 m
- Beam: 42 m
- Port State Control (PSC) inspections: 27 since 2013
- PSC detentions in the last 36 months: 0
- Last PSC inspection: 10/09/2026
- Registered owner: ORCHID SHIPPING MANAGEMENT BV (Netherlands)
- Ship manager · ISM manager: REEDEREI NORD BV (Netherlands)
- Last AIS position: 10°19.3′N · 075°31.4′W · Speed 0.0 kn · at anchor · received 9 October 2026 at 22:35 UTC
- Destination: Cartagena (CO CTG)
Frequently asked questions
What is the vessel type and age of NORDORCHID?
NORDORCHID is a Crude Oil Tanker built in 2013. It is currently in its 13th year of service.
What are the dimensions of NORDORCHID?
The vessel has a length overall of 229 metres and a beam of 42 metres. It carries a deadweight tonnage of 105,651 metric tonnes.
Which classification society manages NORDORCHID?
The vessel is classed by Lloyd's Register. This society is a recognized 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 9 port state control (PSC) inspections and no detentions; the deficiency count is reported for 8 of them. The most recent inspection was on 10 September 2026. All-time records show 27 inspections since 2013 and no detentions.
Where has NORDORCHID been recently observed?
The vessel has been observed in the Middle America and Gulf of Mexico regions. It currently operates under the Portugal (MAR) flag.
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