MESSICO (IMO 5233353)
MESSICO is a Tug built in 1955 and flying the Italy flag, placing it in its 71st year of service. The vessel reports a deadweight tonnage of 131 metric tonnes and a gross tonnage of 198. Given its specifications, it is a small-scale utility vessel designed for specialized harbor or coastal operations. There is no recorded IACS membership for this vessel. It has been observed operating within the Mediterranean Sea. The vessel has a history of one former name and has operated under one previous flag. No port state control (PSC) inspection records are on file for this vessel.
- Type: Tug
- Flag: Italy
- Year built: 1955
- MMSI: 247046900
- Call sign: IQUC
- Gross tonnage: 198
- Deadweight: 131 t
- Registered owner · Ship manager: DRAFINSUB (Italy)
- Last AIS position: 44°24.1′N · 008°55.5′E · Speed 0.1 kn · received 12 October 2026 at 02:31 UTC
Frequently asked questions
What is the vessel type and age of MESSICO?
MESSICO is a Tug built in 1955. It is currently in its 71st year of service.
What are the tonnage specifications for MESSICO?
The vessel has a gross tonnage of 198. It also reports a deadweight tonnage of 131 metric tonnes.
Where has MESSICO been operating recently?
The vessel has been observed in the Mediterranean Sea. This is the primary geographic area recorded for its recent activity.
How many inspections has MESSICO undergone?
No port state control (PSC) inspection records are on file for this vessel.
What is the flag history of MESSICO?
The vessel currently flies the Italy flag. Its history includes operation under one former flag state.
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