WILLOWS
- Vessel Type: Tanker
- MMSI: 419001838
- IMO: 9274484
- Call sign: VTVZ
WILLOWS (IMO: 9274484) is a Tanker vessel sailing under the India flag. It has an overall length of 587 feets and a beam of 105 feets.
WILLOWS position reported at 05/07/2026 13:52:32 UTC:
Latitude: 76.210842, Longitude 76.210842 longitude
Visited ports: Kochi, Ennore
WILLOWS
Vessel Identification
| Field | Details |
|---|---|
| Vessel Name | WILLOWS |
| MMSI | 419001838 |
| IMO Number | 9274484 |
| Call Sign | VTVZ |
| Flag State | India |
| Vessel Type | Bulk Carrier |
Specifications
| Field | Details |
|---|---|
| Gross Tonnage (GT) | 25,539 |
| Deadweight Tonnage (DWT) | 43,553 |
| Length Overall (LOA) | 185.74 m |
| Beam | 30.5 m |
| Draught | 11.2 m |
| Year Built | 2003 |
Propulsion
| Field | Details |
|---|---|
| Engine Type | MAN B&W Diesel |
| Propulsion | Single screw, motor vessel |
| Service Speed | ~14 knots |
Shipyard
| Field | Details |
|---|---|
| Shipyard | Oshima Shipbuilding Co., Ltd. |
| Country of Build | Japan |
| Year of Delivery | 2003 |
Owner / Operator
| Field | Details |
|---|---|
| Flag Administration | India (Directorate General of Shipping) |
| Registered Owner | Essar Shipping Ltd. |
| Operator | Essar Shipping Ltd. |
| Home Port | Mumbai, India |
Navigation / Communications Equipment
| Field | Details |
|---|---|
| AIS Class | Class A (Shipborne AIS Transponder) |
| AIS Status | Active |
Operating Region
- Primarily operates in Indian coastal and international waters
- Routes commonly observed in the Indian Ocean, Persian Gulf, and Southeast Asian trade lanes
- Engaged in bulk cargo trade routes consistent with Indian dry bulk shipping operations
Vessel Description
The WILLOWS (IMO: 9274484) is an Indian-flagged Handymax bulk carrier built in 2003 by Oshima Shipbuilding Co., Ltd. in Japan, a yard renowned for producing reliable bulk carrier tonnage. With a deadweight of approximately 43,553 DWT, she falls within the Handymax segment, making her suitable for a broad range of dry bulk commodities including coal, iron ore, grain, and fertilizers.
Operating under the flag of India and managed by Essar Shipping Ltd., the WILLOWS is engaged in regional and international bulk cargo trades, with a primary focus on routes serving Indian industrial and energy supply chains. Her call sign VTVZ is consistent with Indian maritime registry allocations.
The vessel maintains an active Class A AIS transponder, enabling real-time tracking and compliance with international maritime safety regulations under SOLAS requirements.
Note: Data sourced from publicly available maritime registries and AIS databases. Users are advised to verify current ownership and operational details through official maritime authorities.