STIRLING SKATE (IMO 6827981)
STIRLING SKATE is a Tug built in 1968 and flying the Australia flag, placing it in its 58th year of service. The vessel reports a deadweight tonnage of 146 metric tonnes and a gross tonnage of 102. Given its specifications, it is configured for specialized coastal or harbor utility operations. The vessel is classed by Other and is not an IACS member. It has been observed operating in the Australia and New Zealand regions. 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: Australia
- Year built: 1968
- MMSI: 503043130
- Call sign: VHW2579
- Gross tonnage: 102
- Deadweight: 146 t
- Registered owner · Ship manager: SVITZER OFFSHORE PTY LTD (Australia)
- Last AIS position: 32°9.0′S · 115°45.9′E · Speed 0.2 kn · received 13 February 2026 at 03:05 UTC
- Destination: Fremantle (AU FRE) · ETA 30 July 2026 at 00:31 UTC (as broadcast by the vessel)
Frequently asked questions
What type of vessel is STIRLING SKATE?
STIRLING SKATE is a Tug. It was built in 1968 and is currently in its 58th year of service.
What are the tonnage specifications for STIRLING SKATE?
The vessel has a deadweight tonnage of 146 metric tonnes. Its gross tonnage is recorded at 102.
Where has STIRLING SKATE been operating recently?
The vessel has been observed in the Australia and New Zealand regions. This area represents its primary recent geographic footprint.
How many port-state inspections has the vessel had?
No port state control (PSC) inspection records are on file for this vessel.
Has the vessel changed names or flags before?
Yes, the vessel has one recorded former name. It has also operated under one previous flag state during its service history.
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