Suezmax Tankers — Vessel List and Fleet Inventory

What this tanker class means

TankerMap classifies crude tankers from 120,000 to below 200,000 DWT as Suezmax. The name refers to the size historically associated with laden Suez Canal transit, but actual eligibility depends on current dimensions, draft and canal rules.

Typical trades and constraints

Suezmax tankers are common on West Africa–Europe, Black Sea–Mediterranean and Atlantic Basin routes. They combine substantial crude capacity with access to more terminals than a typical VLCC.

How to interpret the live fleet

The class is a size band, not proof that a ship has transited Suez or carries crude on every observed voyage. Tanker classes and DWT guide.