ASPHALT SONATA (IMO 9986831)
ASPHALT SONATA is an Asphalt/Bitumen Tanker built in 2024 and flying the Marshall Islands flag, placing it in its second year of service. The vessel reports a deadweight tonnage of 36,704 metric tonnes, a gross tonnage of 26,192, and a length overall of 179 metres. This vessel is configured for specialized liquid cargo transport within the bitumen and asphalt sector. ASPHALT SONATA is classed by Bureau Veritas, which is an IACS member. The vessel has been observed in the Mediterranean Sea, the Gulf of Mexico, and the North American East Coast. 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 16 December 2025.
- Type: Asphalt/Bitumen Tanker
- Flag: Marshall Islands
- Year built: 2024
- MMSI: 538010878
- Call sign: V7A7550
- Gross tonnage: 26192
- Deadweight: 36704 t
- Length overall: 179 m
- Beam: 30 m
- Port State Control (PSC) inspections: 6 since 2024
- PSC detentions in the last 36 months: 0
- Last PSC inspection: 16/12/2025
- Registered owner: ASPHALT SONATA PTE LTD
- Ship manager: VITOL INTERNATIONAL SHIPPING
- ISM manager: LSC SIA (Latvia)
- Last AIS position: 41°5.6′N · 001°13.1′E · Speed 0.0 kn · moored · received 10 October 2026 at 07:18 UTC
- Destination: Tarragona (ES TAR)
Frequently asked questions
What is the vessel type of ASPHALT SONATA?
ASPHALT SONATA is an Asphalt/Bitumen Tanker. It was built in 2024 and is currently in its second year of service.
What are the dimensions of ASPHALT SONATA?
The vessel has a length overall of 179 metres and a beam of 30 metres. It carries a deadweight tonnage of 36,704 metric tonnes.
Which classification society manages ASPHALT SONATA?
The vessel is classed by Bureau Veritas. This society is a 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 6 port state control (PSC) inspections and no detentions; the deficiency count is reported for 5 of them. The most recent inspection was on 16 December 2025. All-time records show 6 inspections since 2024 and no detentions.
Where has ASPHALT SONATA been operating recently?
The vessel has been observed in the Mediterranean Sea and the Gulf of Mexico. It has also been recorded near the North American East Coast.
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