SONGA ORION (IMO 9831024)
SONGA ORION is a Chemical/Oil Products Tanker built in 2020 and flying the Portugal (MAR) flag, placing it in its sixth year of service. The vessel reports a deadweight tonnage of 17,916 metric tonnes, a gross tonnage of 12,091, and a length overall of 145 metres. This size profile is typical for specialized tanker operations in regional coastal or short-sea trades. SONGA ORION is classed by Nippon Kaiji Kyokai, which is an IACS member. The vessel has been observed in West Europe, North Europe, and the Mediterranean Sea over recent periods. It has previously operated under four different flag states and has been known by two former names. Over the last 36 months it has had 2 port state control (PSC) inspections and no detentions. The most recent inspection was on 22 January 2026.
- Type: Chemical/Oil Products Tanker
- Flag: Portugal (MAR)
- Year built: 2020
- MMSI: 255915649
- Call sign: CQ2107
- Gross tonnage: 12091
- Deadweight: 17916 t
- Length overall: 145 m
- Beam: 23 m
- Home port: MADEIRA
- Port State Control (PSC) inspections: 8 since 2020
- PSC detentions in the last 36 months: 0
- Last PSC inspection: 22/01/2026
- Registered owner: HAK MARITIME SA (United Kingdom)
- Ship manager: NAVIX MARITIME CHARTERING AB (Sweden)
- Technical manager · ISM manager: SONGA SHIPMANAGEMENT LTD (United Kingdom)
- Last AIS position: 47°6.5′N · 002°25.1′W · Speed 0.0 kn · at anchor · received 11 October 2026 at 00:52 UTC
- Destination: Donges (FR DON)
Frequently asked questions
What is the vessel type and age of SONGA ORION?
SONGA ORION is a Chemical/Oil Products Tanker. It was built in 2020 and is currently in its sixth year of service.
What are the dimensions of SONGA ORION?
The vessel has a length overall of 145 metres and a beam of 23 metres. It carries a deadweight tonnage of 17,916 metric tonnes.
Which classification society manages SONGA ORION?
The vessel is classed by Nippon Kaiji Kyokai, which is an IACS member. Its current class status is listed as Withdrawn.
Where has SONGA ORION been operating recently?
The vessel has been observed in West Europe, North Europe, and the Mediterranean Sea. These regions represent its most recent geographic activity.
What is the PSC inspection history for this vessel?
Over the last 36 months it has had 2 port state control (PSC) inspections and no detentions, with 2 deficiencies recorded. The most recent inspection was on 22 January 2026. All-time records show 8 inspections since 2020 and no detentions.
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