CHILDERS (IMO 4512946)
CHILDERS is a Patrol Vessel built in 2007 and flying the Australia flag, placing it in its 19th year of service. The vessel reports a deadweight tonnage of 119 metric tonnes and a gross tonnage of 530. This small-scale vessel is configured for specialized patrol operations. There is no recorded classification society or IACS membership data available for this vessel. No recent geographic observation areas are listed in the current dataset. The vessel has operated under one former name and one former flag state. No port state control (PSC) inspection records are on file for this vessel.
- Type: Patrol Vessel
- Flag: Australia
- Year built: 2007
- MMSI: 503211000
- Call sign: VKPR
- Gross tonnage: 530
- Deadweight: 119 t
- Registered owner · Ship manager: AUSTRALIA GOVT DEPT OF DEFENCE (Australia)
- Last AIS position: 12°27.6′S · 130°49.4′E · Speed 0.8 kn · received 9 December 2025 at 21:48 UTC
- Destination: Darwin (AU DRW)
Frequently asked questions
What is the vessel type of CHILDERS?
CHILDERS is a Patrol Vessel. It was built in 2007 and is currently in its 19th year of service.
What are the tonnage specifications for CHILDERS?
The vessel has a gross tonnage of 530. It also reports a deadweight tonnage of 119 metric tonnes.
How many inspections has CHILDERS undergone?
No port state control (PSC) inspection records are on file for this vessel.
What is the flag state of CHILDERS?
The vessel currently flies the Australia flag. Its history shows it has operated under 1 former flag state.
Has the ownership of CHILDERS changed?
Yes, the vessel has undergone 3 ownership changes during its service life. It has also been registered under 1 former name.
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