MT ASIAN LION (ex Symphony) – VLCC Crude Oil Tanker for Sale

MT ASIAN LION is a 297,572 DWT VLCC Crude Oil Tanker, built in May 2009 at Shanghai Jiangnan Changxing Shipbuilding Co. Ltd., China, and classed by KR / NK. This Very Large Crude Carrier (VLCC) is designed for long-haul crude oil transportation and large-scale charter operations.The vessel is equipped with 17 cargo tanks offering a total cargo capacity of 324,480 cbm, supported by 3 × 5,500 m³/hr cargo pumps. She is fitted with COW, IGS, SBT, double bottom, double sides, and an exhaust gas scrubber, ensuring compliance with current environmental and operational requirements.MT ASIAN LION is powered by a MAN B&W 7S80MC main engine, delivering reliable performance for deep-sea trading. The vessel is currently chartered to Mercuria until mid-February to mid-April 2026, providing near-term employment visibility. Price guidance can be shared upon request, based on current market conditions.

This vessel represents a strong opportunity for buyers seeking a modern VLCC for sale with scrubber installation and established charter history.

Technical Specifications

TYPE TANKER, SUBTYPE Crude Oil Tanker
DWT 297572 MTS ON 21.52M DRFT
BLT 5/2009  AT Shanghai Jiangnan Changxing Shipbuilding Co Ltd - Shanghai,CHINA
CLASS CC NK  SS 5/25/2029  DD 7/22/2027
GRT 157222 NRT 98937
LOA/B/D 330/60.04/29.7 M
Tanks: 17
Liquid Cap: 324480 cbm, Oil Cap: 324480 cbm
Pumps: 3x5500 M3/HR
CBT: no, SBT: yes, COW: yes, IGS: yes
DOUBLE SIDES: YES, DOUBLE BOTTOM: YES
Tanks Coating: NO
Heating Coils: NO
M/E MAN B&W 7S80MC,BHP 34643
SPEED 12 KNOTS ON 56 TS
GENERATORS: 3
LDT: 41579 MT
 
ADVICE: 2025/12/25
Class: KR

SS due: 2029-05-25 / DD due: 2027-07-22
SCRUBBER fitted

Shes chartered to Mercuria until mid Feb-mid April 2026, we can guide you on the latest price idea.