The MT. ARULMAX (IMO 1114626) is a versatile, compact Oil Product Tanker constructed in 2006. Engineered for regional refined product transportation, shallow-water distribution, and offshore bunkering operations, this vessel provides critical liquid bulk transport capacity across coastal trading routes.
Operating under the flag of Sao Tome and Principe and classed by Overseas Marine Certification Services (OMCS), the vessel offers an optimal balance between payload capacity, structural maneuverability, and operational economy.
Vessel Particulars & Technical Specifications
• Vessel Name: MT. ARULMAX
• IMO Number: 1114626
• Vessel Type: Oil Product Tanker
• Flag State: Sao Tome and Principe
• Classification Society: OMCS (Overseas Marine Certification Services)
• Year Built: 2006
• Length Overall (LOA): 88.02 meters (~288.7 feet)
• Length Between Perpendiculars (LBP): 79.98 meters (~262.4 feet)
• Beam (Molded): 13.50 meters (~44.3 feet)
• Primary Mission: Refined petroleum transport, fuel distribution, and offshore bunkering
Naval Architecture and Hull Dimensions
Understanding a tanker’s hull dimensions provides key insights into its hydrodynamic performance, cargo capacity, and port accessibility. The hull geometry of MT. ARULMAX is specifically tailored for coastal environments and shallow-draft terminals.
Length Overall (LOA) – 88.02m The Length Overall of 88.02 meters classifies MT. ARULMAX as a highly versatile small-scale product tanker. This size allows access to restrictive secondary ports, narrow river estuaries, and shallow berths that cannot accommodate standard Medium Range (MR) tankers.
Length Between Perpendiculars (LBP) – 79.98m The Length Between Perpendiculars measures 79.98 meters, representing the distance from the forward side of the stem to the axis of the rudder stock. The ~8.04-meter difference between LOA and LBP reflects the vessel’s bow overhang and transom stern profile, optimized to reduce wave resistance while preserving longitudinal stability under heavy cargo loads.
Molded Beam – 13.50m With a molded beam of 13.50 meters, the vessel maintains a balanced length-to-beam ratio (~6.5:1). This proportion provides strong initial transverse stability, preventing excessive rolling during high-volume cargo pumping or ship-to-ship (STS) transfers in open waters.
Flag Registry and OMCS Classification
Compliance and seaworthiness are central to the operational viability of any oil tanker. MT. ARULMAX operates under the international flag registry of Sao Tome and Principe, offering flexible operational privileges for regional and international trade routes.
Classification is maintained through Overseas Marine Certification Services (OMCS), a recognized international classification society. OMCS conducts rigorous statutory surveys and structural audits to ensure full alignment with International Maritime Organization (IMO) mandates.
Key compliance benefits under OMCS survey guidelines include:
• MARPOL Compliance: Verification of double-hull integrity, segregated ballast systems, and oil pollution prevention equipment.
• SOLAS Safety Standards: Rigorous inspection of inert gas systems, fixed fire-extinguishing arrangements, and lifesaving appliances.
• Hull and Machinery Surveys: Regular non-destructive testing of cargo tanks, piping manifolds, propulsion engines, and auxiliary generators.
Role in Refined Petroleum Logistics
As a specialized Oil Product Tanker, MT. ARULMAX is designed to handle clean and dirty petroleum products across regional supply networks. Typical cargo carriage includes automotive gasoil (AGO), premium motor spirit (PMS), jet fuel, marine gas oil (MGO), and heavy fuel oil (HFO).
The vessel serves three primary operational functions:
• Regional Coastal Distribution: Delivering refined fuels from large coastal refineries or floating storage units (FSUs) to smaller regional storage depots.
• Offshore Bunkering Services: Supplying marine fuels directly to commercial merchant ships, fishing fleets, and offshore support vessels at anchorage.
• Ship-to-Ship (STS) Transfers: Functioning as a lightering vessel to offload larger crude or product carriers operating offshore.
Economic and Commercial Value for Charterers
For energy traders, fleet managers, and charterers, MT. ARULMAX offers significant commercial advantages. Built in 2006, the vessel delivers modern double-hull safety and automated cargo handling at competitive daily charter rates.
Its compact dimensions minimize port dues, tug assistance requirements, and pilotage fees during harbor entrances. Consequently, MT. ARULMAX remains a cost-effective, dependable asset for short-sea petroleum trade and niche coastal logistics.