Handysize Tanker Attempts to Load Iranian Oil Near Blockade
A Handysize tanker identified as CELESTIAL SEA has been observed near an area where larger Aframax tankers have recently loaded Iranian oil. The smaller vessel has a capacity roughly one-tenth that of the Aframax ships.
rediff.comA Handysize tanker identified as CELESTIAL SEA (9397030) has been tracked near a location where multiple Aframax tankers have loaded Iranian oil in recent days.
SEA is classified as a Handysize tanker.
Industry data show that Handysize vessels typically hold between 10,000 and 40,000 deadweight tons. Aframax tankers, by contrast, generally range from 80,000 to 120,000 deadweight tons. The capacity difference means the smaller ship would transport significantly less cargo if it completes a loading operation.
Aframax tankers have entered the same area and loaded Iranian oil despite the presence of a blockade. Tracking data continue to monitor the vessel's movements in the region.
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Continued tracking may show whether the Handysize tanker completes any loading operation.
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