An oil ship, also known as a TANKER, is a type of vessel used to transport oil and other petroleum products. It is typically a large ship with a capacity of carrying up to several million barrels of oil. Tankers are designed to be able to safely transport oil over long distances, and are equipped with specialized safety features to prevent spills and other accidents. Tankers are an important part of the global oil industry, and are essential for the transportation of oil from production sites to refineries and other destinations.