An Aframax-type tanker named 'Karabakh', acquired by the joint venture SA Maritime AFEZCO, established on a parity basis with the approval of Azerbaijan Caspian Shipping Company CJSC (ASCO) and the State Oil Company of Azerbaijan (SOCAR), has been commissioned in Singapore. According to ASCO, like other 'Aframax' tankers that will sail under the Azerbaijani flag outside the Caspian Sea, the 'Karabakh' has a deadweight (total cargo capacity) of about 115 thousand tons (850 thousand barrels). "The vessel will be operated by ASCO Ship Management AFEZCO, which is a 100% "daughter" of ASCO and is registered in the Alat Free Economic Zone," the message says. The tanker "Shusha" was put into operation on June 15, the work on the delivery of the third tanker called "Zangezur" is nearing completion. The vessels will transport SOCAR oil, as well as other customers.

Source: Turan News Agency