GEORGE W BANTA (IMO 5129095)
GEORGE W BANTA is a tug built in 1954 and flying the flag of the United States; it is in its 72nd year of service. The vessel has a gross tonnage of 267. GEORGE W BANTA is classed by Other, which is not a member of the International Association of Classification Societies (IACS). The vessel has been observed most often in Central America and the Gulf of Mexico, as well as the east coast of North America (latest area report: August 2026). It has previously sailed under one other name and one other flag. No port state control (PSC) inspection records are on file for this vessel.
- Type: Tug
- Flag: United States of America
- Year built: 1954
- MMSI: 367114050
- Call sign: WDD2343
- Gross tonnage: 267
- Deadweight: 0 t
- Registered owner: GEORGE LLC (USA)
- Ship manager: CHEM CARRIERS LLC (USA)
- Last AIS position: 29°46.7′N · 092°11.0′W · Speed 6.4 kn · received 11 October 2026 at 22:20 UTC
- Destination: XX XXX>US^0SMH
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Frequently asked questions
What type of vessel is GEORGE W BANTA?
GEORGE W BANTA is a tug built in 1954. It is in its 72nd year of service.
What flag does GEORGE W BANTA fly?
GEORGE W BANTA flies the flag of the United States. Earlier it sailed under one other flag.
Who classes GEORGE W BANTA?
GEORGE W BANTA is classed by Other, which is not a member of the International Association of Classification Societies (IACS).
How many port state control inspections has GEORGE W BANTA had?
No port state control (PSC) inspection records are on file for this vessel.
Where does GEORGE W BANTA trade?
The vessel has been observed most often in Central America and the Gulf of Mexico, as well as the east coast of North America (latest area report: August 2026). It has previously sailed under one other name and one other flag.
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