SONANGOL MAIOMBE (IMO 9766322)
SONANGOL MAIOMBE 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 156,935 metric tonnes, a gross tonnage of 84,214, and a length overall of 274.081 metres. This size and capacity classify it as a significant asset for large-scale crude oil transport. SONANGOL MAIOMBE is classed by DNV, which is a member of the International Association of Classification Societies (IACS). The vessel has been observed in East Africa, South America, and South East Asia 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 31 August 2026.
- Type: Crude Oil Tanker
- Flag: Bahamas
- Year built: 2017
- MMSI: 311000639
- Call sign: C6DC7
- Gross tonnage: 84214
- Deadweight: 156935 t
- Length overall: 274.081 m
- Beam: 48 m
- Home port: NASSAU
- Port State Control (PSC) inspections: 17 since 2017
- PSC detentions in the last 36 months: 0
- Last PSC inspection: 31/08/2026
- Registered owner: SONANGOL MAIOMBE LTD (USA)
- Ship manager: STENA BULK LLC (USA)
- ISM manager · DOC holder: WALLEM SHIPMANAGEMENT LTD (China)
- Last AIS position: 35°6.5′S · 021°59.4′E · Speed 11.4 kn · moored · received 10 October 2026 at 00:17 UTC
- Destination: Port Elizabeth (US PEB) · ETA 10 October 2026 at 18:37 UTC (as broadcast by the vessel)
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Frequently asked questions
What are the dimensions of SONANGOL MAIOMBE?
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 capacity of this tanker?
SONANGOL MAIOMBE has a deadweight tonnage of 156,935 metric tonnes. Its gross tonnage is recorded at 84,214.
Which classification society maintains SONANGOL MAIOMBE?
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 this vessel?
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 31 August 2026. All-time records show 17 inspections since 2017 and no detentions.
Where has SONANGOL MAIOMBE been operating recently?
The vessel has been observed in East Africa, South America, and South East Asia. These regions represent its recent recent geographic activity.
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