ADVANTAGE VITAL (IMO 9933561)
ADVANTAGE VITAL is a Crude Oil Tanker built in 2023 and flying the Marshall Islands flag, placing it in its third year of service. The vessel reports a deadweight tonnage of 299,590, a gross tonnage of 156,186, and no length overall is provided. This large-scale tanker is designed for significant crude oil transport operations. ADVANTAGE VITAL is classed by Lloyd's Register, which is an IACS member. The vessel has been observed in the Malacca Strait, East Africa, 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 7 April 2026.
- Type: Crude Oil Tanker
- Flag: Marshall Islands
- Year built: 2023
- MMSI: 538010020
- Call sign: V7A5477
- Gross tonnage: 156186
- Deadweight: 299590 t
- Port State Control (PSC) inspections: 7 since 2023
- PSC detentions in the last 36 months: 0
- Last PSC inspection: 07/04/2026
- Registered owner: XIANG T138 HK INTERNATIONAL (China)
- Ship manager: ADVANTAGE VERDICT SHIPPING LLC (Majuro MH Marshall Islands)
- ISM manager: GENEL DENIZCILIK NAKLIYATI AS (Turkey)
- Last AIS position: 3°3.1′N · 100°45.2′E · Speed 13.8 kn · under way · received 12 October 2026 at 14:07 UTC
- Destination: NG AGBHAMI · ETA 5 November 2026 at 17:00 UTC (as broadcast by the vessel)
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Frequently asked questions
What is the vessel type and age of ADVANTAGE VITAL?
ADVANTAGE VITAL is a Crude Oil Tanker built in 2023. It is currently in its third year of service.
What are the capacity specifications for ADVANTAGE VITAL?
The vessel has a deadweight tonnage of 299,590 metric tonnes. Its gross tonnage is recorded at 156,186.
Which classification society manages ADVANTAGE VITAL?
The vessel is classed by Lloyd's Register, which is an IACS member. Its current classification status is listed as Delivered.
Where has ADVANTAGE VITAL been recently observed?
The vessel has been observed in several regions including the Malacca Strait and South East Asia. It has also been recorded in East Africa and South Africa.
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 1 deficiency recorded. The most recent inspection was on 7 April 2026. All-time records show 7 inspections since 2023 and no detentions.
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