SONANGOL CAZENGA (IMO 9766310)
SONANGOL CAZENGA is a Crude Oil Tanker built in 2017 and flying the Bahamas flag, placing it in its ninth year of service. The vessel reports a deadweight tonnage of 156,899 metric tonnes, a gross tonnage of 84,214, and a length overall of 274.081 metres. At this capacity, it is configured for significant crude oil transport operations. SONANGOL CAZENGA is classed by DNV, which is a member of the International Association of Classification Societies (IACS). The vessel has been observed in West Africa, West Europe, and the Gulf of Mexico 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 27 August 2026.
- Type: Crude Oil Tanker
- Flag: Bahamas
- Year built: 2017
- MMSI: 311000635
- Call sign: C6DC3
- Gross tonnage: 84214
- Deadweight: 156899 t
- Length overall: 274.081 m
- Beam: 48 m
- Home port: NASSAU
- Port State Control (PSC) inspections: 21 since 2017
- PSC detentions in the last 36 months: 0
- Last PSC inspection: 27/08/2026
- Registered owner: SONANGOL CAZENGA LTD (USA)
- Ship manager: STENA BULK LLC (USA)
- ISM manager · DOC holder: WALLEM SHIPMANAGEMENT LTD (China)
- Last AIS position: 3°5.5′N · 001°42.2′E · Speed 1.5 kn · under way · received 12 October 2026 at 10:19 UTC
- Destination: To be nominated
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Frequently asked questions
What are the dimensions of SONANGOL CAZENGA?
The vessel has a length overall of 274.081 metres and a beam of 48 metres. It operates with a maximum draught of 17.025 metres.
What is the cargo capacity of this tanker?
SONANGOL CAZENGA has a deadweight tonnage of 156,899 metric tonnes. Its gross tonnage is recorded at 84,214.
Which classification society maintains this vessel?
The vessel is classed by DNV, which is an IACS member. Its current class status is listed as Delivered.
What is the PSC inspection history for SONANGOL CAZENGA?
Over the last 36 months it has had 6 port state control (PSC) inspections and no detentions, with no deficiencies recorded. The most recent inspection was on 27 August 2026. All-time records show 21 inspections since 2017 and no detentions.
Where has the vessel been recently observed?
Recent data shows the vessel has been active in West Africa and West Europe. It has also been observed in the Gulf of Mexico and along the North America East Coast.
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