PACIFIC NARWHAL (IMO 7507409)
PACIFIC NARWHAL is a tug built in 1976 and flying the flag of Tanzania; it is in its 50th year of service. The vessel has a gross tonnage of 293. PACIFIC NARWHAL has been classed since May 2024 by the Horizon Bureau of Shipping, which is not a member of the International Association of Classification Societies (IACS). Its last class renewal survey, carried out by ABS, was on 21 December 2011. The vessel has been observed most often in Central America and the Gulf of Mexico (latest area report: November 2025). It has previously sailed under three other names and two other flags. Over the last 36 months it has had 4 port state control (PSC) inspections and 1 detention. The most recent inspection was on 6 October 2025.
- Type: Tug
- Flag: Tanzania
- Year built: 1976
- MMSI: 677048600
- Call sign: 5IM586
- Gross tonnage: 293
- Deadweight: 0 t
- Port State Control (PSC) inspections: 4 since 2025
- PSC detentions in the last 36 months: 1
- Last PSC detention: 11/09/2025, Balboa (Tokyo MoU / Vina Del Mar MoU)
- Last PSC inspection: 06/10/2025
- Registered owner · Ship manager: PACIFIC TUG & BARGE OPERATORS (Los Angeles CA USA)
Frequently asked questions
What type of vessel is PACIFIC NARWHAL?
PACIFIC NARWHAL is a tug built in 1976. It is in its 50th year of service.
What flag does PACIFIC NARWHAL fly?
PACIFIC NARWHAL flies the flag of Tanzania. Earlier it sailed under two other flags.
Who classes PACIFIC NARWHAL?
PACIFIC NARWHAL has been classed since May 2024 by the Horizon Bureau of Shipping, which is not a member of the International Association of Classification Societies (IACS). Its last class renewal survey, carried out by ABS, was on 21 December 2011.
How many port state control inspections has PACIFIC NARWHAL had?
Over the last 36 months it has had 4 port state control (PSC) inspections and 1 detention; the deficiency count is reported for 3 of them. The most recent inspection was on 6 October 2025. All-time records show 4 inspections since 2025 and 1 detention. The most recent detention was on 11 September 2025.
Where does PACIFIC NARWHAL trade?
The vessel has been observed most often in Central America and the Gulf of Mexico (latest area report: November 2025). It has previously sailed under three other names and two other flags.
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