An oil tanker, also known as a petroleum tanker, is a ship designed for the bulk transport of oil or its products. There are two basic types of oil tankers: crude tankers and product tankers. [3]

Dec 22, 2025 · The U.S. is 'in active pursuit' of an oil tanker after President Donald Trump announced a total blockade of Venezuela's oil exports.

Dec 21, 2025 · President Donald Trump said Monday that the U.S. is still actively pursuing an oil tanker linked to Venezuela, but that he's confident the vessel will be seized.

Dec 21, 2025 · Shipping data The unsanctioned Centuries tanker seized on Saturday was carrying 2 million barrels of crude oil, according to Matt Smith, head US analyst at energy consulting firm Kpler.

Dec 21, 2025 · The Coast Guard tried to board the tanker, called the Bella 1, over the weekend, after the Justice Department obtained a seizure warrant based on the ship's prior involvement in the Iranian oil ...

Dec 23, 2025 · U.S. forces, led by the Coast Guard, are now chasing a third oil tanker near Venezuela, sharply escalating a high-stakes crackdown aimed at the country’s sanctioned crude trade. The …

Dec 22, 2025 · Pursuit in the Caribbean Sea comes after Coast Guard seized second vessel off Venezuela An image provided by the Department of Justice, the Greek-owned Bella oil tanker. The …

Specialized ships for transporting liquefied natural gas and fruit juices are often called tankers, though on these ships the cargo is actually carried in large refrigerated containers that fit into the hold.

Apr 17, 2025 · An oil tanker is a ship designed specifically for the bulk transport of oil or petroleum-based products. These vessels play a pivotal role in the global energy supply chain, accounting for …

Jan 2, 2025 · Crude oil carriers are specialized tankers designed to transport unrefined oil from extraction sites to refineries worldwide. These vessels are equipped with advanced cargo handling …