Troubled shadow VLCC closes in on endgame

AI Summary

The Era, a 2002-built very large crude carrier tanker, is nearing the end of its operational life after resurfacing under the Comoros flag with multiple identity changes. This vessel is known for its shadow fleet history and recent public tracking reveals its transition phase.

A rusty 333 m long crude oil tanker with one of the more colourful recent histories in the shadow fleet appears to be moving towards its endgame. The 2002-built VLCC Era, better known until recently as Marinera and before that Bella 1, has resurfaced under the Comoros flag after another change of identity. Public tracking …