VULCAN (IMO 7422996)
VULCAN is a tug built in 1975 and flying the flag of Papua New Guinea; it is in its 51st year of service. The vessel has a gross tonnage of 247. VULCAN 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 Pacific waters off New Guinea (latest area report: September 2025). It has previously sailed under one other name and two other flags. No port state control (PSC) inspections were recorded in the last 36 months; 12 inspections are on file since 2005, the most recent on 18 October 2018.
- Type: Tug
- Flag: Papua New Guinea
- Year built: 1975
- MMSI: 553111314
- Call sign: P2V4102
- Gross tonnage: 247
- Deadweight: 0 t
- Port State Control (PSC) inspections: 12 since 2005
- PSC detentions in the last 36 months: 0
- Last PSC detention: 20/04/2016, Weipa (Indian Ocean MoU / Tokyo MoU)
- Last PSC inspection: 18/10/2018
- Registered owner · Ship manager: PACIFIC TOWING PNG LTD (Papua New Guinea)
Frequently asked questions
What type of vessel is VULCAN?
VULCAN is a tug built in 1975. It is in its 51st year of service.
What flag does VULCAN fly?
VULCAN flies the flag of Papua New Guinea. Earlier it sailed under two other flags.
Who classes VULCAN?
VULCAN is classed by Other, which is not a member of the International Association of Classification Societies (IACS).
How many port state control inspections has VULCAN had?
No port state control (PSC) inspections were recorded in the last 36 months; 12 inspections are on file since 2005, the most recent on 18 October 2018.
Where does VULCAN trade?
The vessel has been observed most often in Pacific waters off New Guinea (latest area report: September 2025). It has previously sailed under one other name and two other flags.
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